Edgar Quinet
French writer (1803-1875)
1803 — 1875
Quick Facts
Profession
French writer (1803-1875)
Born
February 17, 1803
Died
1875 (age ~72)
Name Origin
Spanish
Timeline
writer, politician, historian
FranceBorn in Bourg-en-BresseDied in Versailles
1803
Born in Bourg-en-Bresse (1803-02-17)
1838
AwardKnight of the Legion of Honour
1848
Positionmember of the French National Assembly (1848–1849)
1875
Died in Versailles
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Edgar Quinet?+
Edgar Quinet was a French historian and intellectual.
What does the name Edgar mean?+
The name Edgar means "A male given name from Old English.. Etymology: From Ēadgār, the name of early English kings, from rich + spear. Compare Auðgeir. Hairstyle named after Major League Baseball player Edgar Martínez.". It is of Spanish origin.
When was Edgar Quinet born?+
Edgar Quinet was born on February 17, 1803.
When did Edgar Quinet die?+
Edgar Quinet died in 1875, at approximately 72 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Old English.. Etymology: From Ēadgār, the name of early English kings, from rich + spear. Compare Auðgeir. Hairstyle named after Major League Baseball player Edgar Martínez.
The name Edgar is of Spanish origin, meaning "A male given name from Old English.. Etymology: From Ēadgār, the name of early English kings, from rich + spear. Compare Auðgeir. Hairstyle named after Major League Baseball player Edgar Martínez.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Edgar — February 17, 1803
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aquarius
Independent, innovative, humanitarian
Air · Uranus · Jan 20 – Feb 18
Chinese Zodiac
Pig
Compassionate, generous, diligent
Water · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
8 Cib
Owl — wisdom, ancestors, forgiveness
Celtic Tree
Rowan
Visionary, creative, original thinker
Ogham: Luis · Jan 21 – Feb 17
Birthstone: Amethyst — Wisdom, peace
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