Daniel Dennett
American philosopher (1942–2024)
1942 — 2024
Quick Facts
Profession
American philosopher (1942–2024)
Born
March 28, 1942
Died
2024 (age ~82)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
writer, professor, university teacher
United StatesBorn in BostonDied in Portland
1942
Born in Boston (1942-03-28)
1994
AwardAAAI Fellow
2001
AwardJean Nicod Prize
2003
AwardBarwise Prize
2004
AwardHumanist of the Year
2007
AwardRichard Dawkins Award
About
Daniel Clement Dennett III was an American philosopher and cognitive scientist. His research centered on philosophy of mind, philosophy of science, and philosophy of biology, particularly as those fields relate to evolutionary biology and cognitive science.
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Who is Daniel Dennett?+
Daniel Clement Dennett III was an American philosopher and cognitive scientist. His research centered on philosophy of mind, philosophy of science, and philosophy of biology, particularly as those fields relate to evolutionary biology and cognitive science.
What does the name Daniel mean?+
The name Daniel means "Daniel (Old Testament prophet). Etymology: From Daniel, Daniell, from Δᾱνῑήλ, from lit=God is my judge, name borne from the prophet whose story is told in the Book of Daniel.". It is of English origin.
When was Daniel Dennett born?+
Daniel Dennett was born on March 28, 1942.
When did Daniel Dennett die?+
Daniel Dennett died in 2024, at approximately 82 years of age.
Name Meaning
Daniel (Old Testament prophet). Etymology: From Daniel, Daniell, from Δᾱνῑήλ, from lit=God is my judge, name borne from the prophet whose story is told in the Book of Daniel.
The name Daniel is of English origin, meaning "Daniel (Old Testament prophet). Etymology: From Daniel, Daniell, from Δᾱνῑήλ, from lit=God is my judge, name borne from the prophet whose story is told in the Book of Daniel.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Daniel — March 28, 1942
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aries
Bold, energetic, courageous
Fire · Mars · Mar 21 – Apr 19
Chinese Zodiac
Horse
Animated, active, energetic
Water · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
12 Kan
Seed — abundance, growth, fertility
Celtic Tree
Alder
Courageous, passionate, confident
Ogham: Fearn · Mar 18 – Apr 14
Birthstone: Aquamarine — Courage, serenity
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