Aristarchus of Samos

Greek astronomer and mathematician (c.310–c.230 BC)

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Greek astronomer and mathematician (c.310–c.230 BC)

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Greek

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Aristarchus of Samos is Greek astronomer and mathematician (c.310–c.230 BC).

What does the name Aristarchus mean?+

The name Aristarchus means "male given name (Αρίσταρχος)". It is of Greek origin.

Name Meaning

male given name (Αρίσταρχος)

The name Aristarchus is of Greek origin, meaning "male given name (Αρίσταρχος)". It is traditionally a male name.

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