Jenny von Westphalen
German theatre critic and political activist (1814–1881)
1814 — 1881
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Profession
German theatre critic and political activist (1814–1881)
Born
February 12, 1814
Died
1881 (age ~67)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
politician, sociologist
Kingdom of PrussiaBorn in SalzwedelDied in London
1814
Born in Salzwedel (1814-02-12)
1881
Died in London
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Johanna Bertha Julie Jenny Edle von Westphalen was a German theatre critic and political activist. She married the philosopher and political economist Karl Marx in 1843.
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Who is Jenny von Westphalen?+
Johanna Bertha Julie Jenny Edle von Westphalen was a German theatre critic and political activist. She married the philosopher and political economist Karl Marx in 1843.
What does the name Jenny mean?+
The name Jenny means "A female given name.. Etymology: From y, historically as a hypochoristic form of Janet, Jane, etc. but now more often used as a diminutive of Jennifer. Rarely also a nickname of Genevieve (compare Genny, pronounced the same), Eugenia or Virginia (compare Ginny). Vanna in derivations from Jane etc. In senses related to inanimate objects, partially derived from the generic senses of Jane and partially an informal pronunciation of engine. Source required for the claim of "engine" here.". It is of English origin.
When was Jenny von Westphalen born?+
Jenny von Westphalen was born on February 12, 1814.
When did Jenny von Westphalen die?+
Jenny von Westphalen died in 1881, at approximately 67 years of age.
Name Meaning
A female given name.. Etymology: From y, historically as a hypochoristic form of Janet, Jane, etc. but now more often used as a diminutive of Jennifer. Rarely also a nickname of Genevieve (compare Genny, pronounced the same), Eugenia or Virginia (compare Ginny). Vanna in derivations from Jane etc. In senses related to inanimate objects, partially derived from the generic senses of Jane and partially an informal pronunciation of engine. Source required for the claim of "engine" here.
The name Jenny is of English origin, meaning "A female given name.. Etymology: From y, historically as a hypochoristic form of Janet, Jane, etc. but now more often used as a diminutive of Jennifer. Rarely also a nickname of Genevieve (compare Genny, pronounced the same), Eugenia or Virginia (compare Ginny). Vanna in derivations from Jane etc. In senses related to inanimate objects, partially derived from the generic senses of Jane and partially an informal pronunciation of engine. Source required for the claim of "engine" here.". It is traditionally a female name.
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Jenny — February 12, 1814
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aquarius
Independent, innovative, humanitarian
Air · Uranus · Jan 20 – Feb 18
Chinese Zodiac
Dog
Loyal, honest, kind
Wood · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
4 Muluc
Water — emotions, purification, flow
Celtic Tree
Rowan
Visionary, creative, original thinker
Ogham: Luis · Jan 21 – Feb 17
Birthstone: Amethyst — Wisdom, peace
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