Gilles de Roberval
French mathematician (*1602 – †1675)
1602 — 1675
Quick Facts
Profession
French mathematician (*1602 – †1675)
Born
August 9, 1602
Died
1675 (age ~73)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
mathematician, physicist, professor
FranceBorn in Noël-Saint-MartinDied in Paris
1602
Born in Noël-Saint-Martin (1602-08-09)
1675
Died in Paris
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Gilles de Roberval?+
Gilles de Roberval is French mathematician (*1602 – †1675). Born in 1602.
What does the name Gilles mean?+
The name Gilles means "A male given name from French.. Etymology: -, from an alteration of Aegīdius.". It is of French origin.
When was Gilles de Roberval born?+
Gilles de Roberval was born on August 9, 1602.
When did Gilles de Roberval die?+
Gilles de Roberval died in 1675, at approximately 73 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from French.. Etymology: -, from an alteration of Aegīdius.
The name Gilles is of French origin, meaning "A male given name from French.. Etymology: -, from an alteration of Aegīdius.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Gilles — August 9, 1602
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Leo
Confident, generous, warm-hearted
Fire · Sun · Jul 23 – Aug 22
Chinese Zodiac
Tiger
Brave, competitive, confident
Water · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
10 Cib
Owl — wisdom, ancestors, forgiveness
Celtic Tree
Hazel
Wise, perceptive, academic
Ogham: Coll · Aug 5 – Sep 1
Birthstone: Peridot — Strength, healing
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Guestbook
You made me understand something I thought was beyond me.
— a curious mind
Your paper from '98 is still on my desk. Dog-eared and highlighted.
— a grad student
Built on your work. Hope I did it justice.
— a researcher
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