Guy of Lusignan
French Poitevin knight and King of Jerusalem by right of marriage (c.1150–1194) (r. 1186–1192)
1150 — 1194
Quick Facts
Profession
French Poitevin knight and King of Jerusalem by right of marriage (c.1150–1194) (r. 1186–1192)
Born
January 1, 1150
Died
1194 (age ~44)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
king, knight
Kingdom of JerusalemBorn in PoitouDied in Nicosia
1150
Born in Poitou (1150-01-01)
1183
PositionBailiff of the kingdom of Jerusalem (1183–1185)
1194
Died in Nicosia
About
Guy of Lusignan was king of Jerusalem, first as the husband and co-ruler of Queen Sibylla from 1186 to 1190, then as disputed ruler from 1190 to 1192. He was also lord of Cyprus from 1192 to 1194. As king, Guy was highly unpopular amongst the nobles of the Kingdom of Jerusalem, and is often blamed for the fall of the kingdom to Saladin.
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Who is Guy of Lusignan?+
Guy of Lusignan was king of Jerusalem, first as the husband and co-ruler of Queen Sibylla from 1186 to 1190, then as disputed ruler from 1190 to 1192. He was also lord of Cyprus from 1192 to 1194. As king, Guy was highly unpopular amongst the nobles of the Kingdom of Jerusalem, and is often blamed f
What does the name Guy mean?+
The name Guy means "A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: Guy, from Gui, from Wido, a short form of names beginning with the element wood.". It is of French origin.
When was Guy of Lusignan born?+
Guy of Lusignan was born on January 1, 1150.
When did Guy of Lusignan die?+
Guy of Lusignan died in 1194, at approximately 44 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: Guy, from Gui, from Wido, a short form of names beginning with the element wood.
The name Guy is of French origin, meaning "A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: Guy, from Gui, from Wido, a short form of names beginning with the element wood.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Horse
Animated, active, energetic
Metal · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
8 Cimi
Death — transformation, rebirth
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Birthstone: Garnet — Protection, strength
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