Aristarchus of Samothrace

Greek grammarian and scholar (c.220–c.143 BC)

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Greek grammarian and scholar (c.220–c.143 BC)

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Greek

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Who is Aristarchus of Samothrace?+

Aristarchus of Samothrace is Greek grammarian and scholar (c.220–c.143 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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