Gilles Kepel
French political scientist and Arabist (born 1955)
1955 — present
Quick Facts
Profession
French political scientist and Arabist (born 1955)
Born
June 30, 1955
Age
~71 years
Name Origin
French
Timeline
political scientist, researcher, Islamicist
FranceBorn in Paris
1955
Born in Paris (1955-06-30)
2001
AwardLysenko Prize
2011
AwardKnight of the Legion of Honour
2012
AwardOfficer of the Order of Cultural Merit
2013
Awardprix Pétrarque de l'essai
2015
AwardOfficer of the National Order of Merit
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Gilles Kepel?+
Gilles Kepel is French political scientist and Arabist (born 1955). Born in 1955.
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 Kepel born?+
Gilles Kepel was born on June 30, 1955.
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 — June 30, 1955
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Cancer
Nurturing, loyal, protective
Water · Moon · Jun 21 – Jul 22
Chinese Zodiac
Goat
Calm, gentle, sympathetic
Wood · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
5 Cimi
Death — transformation, rebirth
Celtic Tree
Oak
Confident, nurturing, generous
Ogham: Duir · Jun 10 – Jul 7
Birthstone: Pearl — Purity, innocence
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Guestbook
History will judge, but I won't forget.
— a citizen
You changed the map. Literally.
— a voter
We share a planet and a moment in time. That's enough.
— someone far away
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