Jens Munk
Danish explorer
1579 — 1628
Quick Facts
Profession
Danish explorer
Born
June 13, 1579
Died
1628 (age ~49)
Name Origin
German
Timeline
naval officer, explorer, traveler
Denmark–NorwayBorn in ArendalDied in Copenhagen
1579
Born in Arendal (1579-06-13)
1628
Died in Copenhagen
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Jens Munk?+
Jens Munk is Danish explorer. Born in 1579.
What does the name Jens mean?+
The name Jens means "a male given name, equivalent to English John. Etymology: Medieval vernacular form of John. Recorded in Denmark since the 14th century.". It is of German origin.
When was Jens Munk born?+
Jens Munk was born on June 13, 1579.
When did Jens Munk die?+
Jens Munk died in 1628, at approximately 49 years of age.
Name Meaning
a male given name, equivalent to English John. Etymology: Medieval vernacular form of John. Recorded in Denmark since the 14th century.
The name Jens is of German origin, meaning "a male given name, equivalent to English John. Etymology: Medieval vernacular form of John. Recorded in Denmark since the 14th century.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Jens Christian Skou
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Jens Jespersen
Danish linguist (1860–1943)
Jens Peter Jacobsen
Danish novelist, poet, scientist (1847-1885)
Jens Nowotny
German association football player
Jens — June 13, 1579
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Gemini
Curious, adaptable, communicative
Air · Mercury · May 21 – Jun 20
Chinese Zodiac
Rabbit
Quiet, elegant, kind
Earth · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
2 Etznab
Mirror — clarity, truth, reflection
Celtic Tree
Oak
Confident, nurturing, generous
Ogham: Duir · Jun 10 – Jul 7
Birthstone: Pearl — Purity, innocence
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