David Ricardo
British economist and politician (1772–1823)
1772 — 1823
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Profession
British economist and politician (1772–1823)
Born
April 18, 1772
Died
1823 (age ~51)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
writer, politician, economist
United Kingdom of Great Britain and IrelandBorn in LondonDied in Gloucestershire
1772
Born in London (1772-04-18)
1818
PositionHigh Sheriff of Gloucestershire (1818–1819)
1819
Positionmember of the 6th Parliament of the United Kingdom (1819–1820)
1820
Positionmember of the 7th Parliament of the United Kingdom (1820–1823)
1823
Died in Gloucestershire
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David Ricardo was a British economist and politician. He is recognized as one of the most influential classical economists, alongside figures such as Thomas Malthus, Adam Smith and James Mill.
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Who is David Ricardo?+
David Ricardo was a British economist and politician. He is recognized as one of the most influential classical economists, alongside figures such as Thomas Malthus, Adam Smith and James Mill.
What does the name David mean?+
The name David means "male given name (Δαβίδ)". It is of English origin.
When was David Ricardo born?+
David Ricardo was born on April 18, 1772.
When did David Ricardo die?+
David Ricardo died in 1823, at approximately 51 years of age.
Name Meaning
male given name (Δαβίδ)
The name David is of English origin, meaning "male given name (Δαβίδ)". It is traditionally a male name.
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David — April 18, 1772
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aries
Bold, energetic, courageous
Fire · Mars · Mar 21 – Apr 19
Chinese Zodiac
Dragon
Confident, intelligent, enthusiastic
Water · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
5 Men
Eagle — vision, freedom, higher mind
Celtic Tree
Willow
Patient, intuitive, creative
Ogham: Saille · Apr 15 – May 12
Birthstone: Diamond — Eternal love, clarity
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— political science student
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