Gregor XIV
Pope from 1590 to 1591 (1535–1591)
1535 — 1591
Quick Facts
Profession
Pope from 1590 to 1591 (1535–1591)
Born
February 21, 1535
Died
1591 (age ~56)
Name Origin
German
Timeline
Catholic priest, politician, Catholic bishop
Born in Somma LombardoDied in Rome
1535
Born in Somma Lombardo (1535-02-21)
1560
Positiondiocesan bishop
1583
Positioncardinal
1590
PositionPope (1590–1591)
1591
Died in Rome
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Pope Gregory XIV, born Niccolò Sfondrato or Sfondrati, was head of the Catholic Church and ruler of the Papal States from 5 December 1590 to his death, in October 1591.
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Who is Gregor XIV?+
Pope Gregory XIV, born Niccolò Sfondrato or Sfondrati, was head of the Catholic Church and ruler of the Papal States from 5 December 1590 to his death, in October 1591.
What does the name Gregor mean?+
The name Gregor means "A male given name from Ancient Greek, a Scottish form of Gregory.". It is of German origin.
When was Gregor XIV born?+
Gregor XIV was born on February 21, 1535.
When did Gregor XIV die?+
Gregor XIV died in 1591, at approximately 56 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Ancient Greek, a Scottish form of Gregory.
The name Gregor is of German origin, meaning "A male given name from Ancient Greek, a Scottish form of Gregory.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Gregor — February 21, 1535
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Pisces
Intuitive, compassionate, artistic
Water · Neptune · Feb 19 – Mar 20
Chinese Zodiac
Goat
Calm, gentle, sympathetic
Wood · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
4 Men
Eagle — vision, freedom, higher mind
Celtic Tree
Ash
Intuitive, artistic, imaginative
Ogham: Nion · Feb 18 – Mar 17
Birthstone: Amethyst — Wisdom, peace
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