Catarina of Braganza
Queen consort of England, Scotland and Ireland (1638–1705)
1638 — 1705
Quick Facts
Profession
Queen consort of England, Scotland and Ireland (1638–1705)
Born
November 25, 1638
Died
1705 (age ~67)
Name Origin
Portuguese
Timeline
regent
Kingdom of EnglandBorn in Ducal Palace of Vila ViçosaDied in Palácio da Bemposta
1638
Born in Ducal Palace of Vila Viçosa (1638-11-25)
1705
Died in Palácio da Bemposta
About
Catherine of Braganza was Queen of England, Scotland and Ireland during her marriage to King Charles II, which lasted from 21 May 1662 until his death on 6 February 1685. She was the daughter of John IV of Portugal, who became the first king from the House of Braganza in 1640, after overthrowing the 60-year rule of the Spanish Habsburgs over Portugal. Catherine served as the regent of Portugal during the absence of her brother Peter II in 1701, and again in 1704–1705, after her return to her homeland as a widow.
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Who is Catarina of Braganza?+
Catherine of Braganza was Queen of England, Scotland and Ireland during her marriage to King Charles II, which lasted from 21 May 1662 until his death on 6 February 1685. She was the daughter of John IV of Portugal, who became the first king from the House of Braganza in 1640, after overthrowing the
What does the name Catarina mean?+
The name Catarina means "a female given name, equivalent to English Catherine. Etymology: From Catarina. Cognate with Catherine.". It is of Portuguese origin.
When was Catarina of Braganza born?+
Catarina of Braganza was born on November 25, 1638.
When did Catarina of Braganza die?+
Catarina of Braganza died in 1705, at approximately 67 years of age.
Name Meaning
a female given name, equivalent to English Catherine. Etymology: From Catarina. Cognate with Catherine.
The name Catarina is of Portuguese origin, meaning "a female given name, equivalent to English Catherine. Etymology: From Catarina. Cognate with Catherine.". It is traditionally a female name.
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Catarina — November 25, 1638
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Sagittarius
Optimistic, adventurous, generous
Fire · Jupiter · Nov 22 – Dec 21
Chinese Zodiac
Tiger
Brave, competitive, confident
Earth · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
7 Ben
Reed — authority, direction, purpose
Celtic Tree
Elder
Free spirit, philosophical, wild
Ogham: Ruis · Nov 25 – Dec 23
Birthstone: Topaz — Joy, abundance
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