Christiaan Huygens
Dutch mathematician, physicist and astronomer (1629–1695)
1629 — 1695
Quick Facts
Profession
Dutch mathematician, physicist and astronomer (1629–1695)
Born
April 14, 1629
Died
1695 (age ~66)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
astronomer, physicist, mathematician
Dutch RepublicBorn in The HagueDied in The Hague
1629
Born in The Hague (1629-04-14)
1645
EducationStudied at Leiden University (1645–1647)
1647
EducationStudied at Orange College of Breda (1647–1649)
1695
Died in The Hague
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Christiaan Huygens?+
Christiaan Huygens is Dutch mathematician, physicist and astronomer (1629–1695). Born in 1629.
When was Christiaan Huygens born?+
Christiaan Huygens was born on April 14, 1629.
When did Christiaan Huygens die?+
Christiaan Huygens died in 1695, at approximately 66 years of age.
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Names related to Christiaan
Christiaan — April 14, 1629
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aries
Bold, energetic, courageous
Fire · Mars · Mar 21 – Apr 19
Chinese Zodiac
Snake
Enigmatic, intelligent, wise
Earth · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
5 Imix
Dragon — creation, primordial energy
Celtic Tree
Alder
Courageous, passionate, confident
Ogham: Fearn · Mar 18 – Apr 14
Birthstone: Diamond — Eternal love, clarity
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