Erik Houdini
Hungarian-born American illusionist, escapologist, and stunt performer (1874–1926)
1874 — 1926
Quick Facts
Profession
Hungarian-born American illusionist, escapologist, and stunt performer (1874–1926)
Born
March 24, 1874
Died
1926 (age ~52)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
screenwriter, actor, historian
Austria–HungaryBorn in BudapestDied in Detroit
1874
Born in Budapest (1874-03-24)
1926
Died in Detroit
About
Erik Weisz, known professionally as Harry Houdini, was a Hungarian-American escapologist, illusionist, and stunt performer noted for his escape acts.
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Who is Erik Houdini?+
Erik Weisz, known professionally as Harry Houdini, was a Hungarian-American escapologist, illusionist, and stunt performer noted for his escape acts.
What does the name Erik mean?+
The name Erik means "A male given name from Old Norse, variant of Eric.. Etymology: A spelling variant of Eric, or directly borrowed from modern Erik.". It is of English origin.
When was Erik Houdini born?+
Erik Houdini was born on March 24, 1874.
When did Erik Houdini die?+
Erik Houdini died in 1926, at approximately 52 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Old Norse, variant of Eric.. Etymology: A spelling variant of Eric, or directly borrowed from modern Erik.
The name Erik is of English origin, meaning "A male given name from Old Norse, variant of Eric.. Etymology: A spelling variant of Eric, or directly borrowed from modern Erik.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Erik — March 24, 1874
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aries
Bold, energetic, courageous
Fire · Mars · Mar 21 – Apr 19
Chinese Zodiac
Dog
Loyal, honest, kind
Wood · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
2 Kan
Seed — abundance, growth, fertility
Celtic Tree
Alder
Courageous, passionate, confident
Ogham: Fearn · Mar 18 – Apr 14
Birthstone: Aquamarine — Courage, serenity
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— someone far away
History remembers. So do I.
— an admirer
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