Catherine of Alexandria
Egyptian missionary, saint depicted with a wheel
287 — 305
Quick Facts
Profession
Egyptian missionary, saint depicted with a wheel
Born
January 1, 287
Died
305 (age ~18)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
missionary
Ancient RomeBorn in AlexandriaDied in Alexandria
287
Born in Alexandria (0287-01-01)
305
Died in Alexandria
About
Catherine of Alexandria, also spelled Katherine, was, according to tradition, a Christian saint and virgin, who was martyred in the early 4th century at the hands of the emperor Maxentius. According to her hagiography, she was both a princess and a noted scholar who became a Christian around age 14, converted hundreds of people to Christianity, and was martyred around age 18.
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Who is Catherine of Alexandria?+
Catherine of Alexandria, also spelled Katherine, was, according to tradition, a Christian saint and virgin, who was martyred in the early 4th century at the hands of the emperor Maxentius. According to her hagiography, she was both a princess and a noted scholar who became a Christian around age 14,
What does the name Catherine mean?+
The name Catherine means "unisex given name". It is of French origin.
When was Catherine of Alexandria born?+
Catherine of Alexandria was born on January 1, 287.
When did Catherine of Alexandria die?+
Catherine of Alexandria died in 305, at approximately 18 years of age.
Name Meaning
unisex given name
The name Catherine is of French origin, meaning "unisex given name". It is traditionally a female name.
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Catherine — January 1, 287
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Goat
Calm, gentle, sympathetic
Fire · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
2 Ik
Wind — breath, spirit, communication
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Birthstone: Garnet — Protection, strength
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