Spanish naturalist and historian (1478–1557)
1478 — 1557
Quick Facts
Profession
Spanish naturalist and historian (1478–1557)
Born
August 1, 1478
Died
1557 (age ~79)
Name Origin
Spanish
Timeline
naturalist, writer, conquistador
1478
Born in Madrid (1478-08-01)
1520
Positiongovernor
1557
Died in Valladolid
Frequently Asked Questions
Gonzalo Fernández de Oviedo y Valdés is Spanish naturalist and historian (1478–1557). Born in 1478.
The name Gonzalo means "A surname from Spanish.". It is of Spanish origin.
Gonzalo Fernández de Oviedo y Valdés was born on August 1, 1478.
Gonzalo Fernández de Oviedo y Valdés died in 1557, at approximately 79 years of age.
Name Meaning
A surname from Spanish.
The name Gonzalo is of Spanish origin, meaning "A surname from Spanish.". It is traditionally a male name.
Other famous people named Gonzalo
Gonzalo — August 1, 1478
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Leo
Confident, generous, warm-hearted
Fire · Sun · Jul 23 – Aug 22
Chinese Zodiac
Dog
Loyal, honest, kind
Earth · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
4 Etznab
Mirror — clarity, truth, reflection
Celtic Tree
Holly
Noble, leader, strategist
Ogham: Tinne · Jul 8 – Aug 4
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History remembers. So do I.
— an admirer
Legend.
— anon
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