Joel Asaph Allen
American zoologist and ornithologist (1838–1921)
1838 — 1921
Quick Facts
Profession
American zoologist and ornithologist (1838–1921)
Born
July 19, 1838
Died
1921 (age ~83)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
naturalist, writer, zoologist
United StatesBorn in SpringfieldDied in New York City
1838
Born in Springfield (1838-07-19)
1921
Died in New York City
About
Joel Asaph Allen was an American zoologist, mammalogist, and ornithologist. He became the first president of the American Ornithologists' Union, the first curator of birds and mammals at the American Museum of Natural History, and the first head of that museum's Department of Ornithology. He is remembered for Allen's rule, which states that the bodies of endotherms vary in shape with climate, having increased surface area in hot climates to lose heat, and minimized surface area in cold climates, to conserve heat.
Read more on Wikipedia →Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Joel Asaph Allen?+
Joel Asaph Allen was an American zoologist, mammalogist, and ornithologist. He became the first president of the American Ornithologists' Union, the first curator of birds and mammals at the American Museum of Natural History, and the first head of that museum's Department of Ornithology. He is reme
What does the name Joel mean?+
The name Joel means "A male given name from Hebrew.. Etymology: From t=Yahweh (is) God. As a medieval French and English given name, it is also from Judicaël (related to Joyce and Jocelyn). Cf. Elijah.". It is of English origin.
When was Joel Asaph Allen born?+
Joel Asaph Allen was born on July 19, 1838.
When did Joel Asaph Allen die?+
Joel Asaph Allen died in 1921, at approximately 83 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from Hebrew.. Etymology: From t=Yahweh (is) God. As a medieval French and English given name, it is also from Judicaël (related to Joyce and Jocelyn). Cf. Elijah.
The name Joel is of English origin, meaning "A male given name from Hebrew.. Etymology: From t=Yahweh (is) God. As a medieval French and English given name, it is also from Judicaël (related to Joyce and Jocelyn). Cf. Elijah.". It is traditionally a male name.
Other famous people named Joel
Joel — July 19, 1838
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Cancer
Nurturing, loyal, protective
Water · Moon · Jun 21 – Jul 22
Chinese Zodiac
Dog
Loyal, honest, kind
Earth · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
9 Eb
Grass — path, growth, vitality
Celtic Tree
Holly
Noble, leader, strategist
Ogham: Tinne · Jul 8 – Aug 4
Birthstone: Ruby — Passion, vitality
Would you name your baby Joel?
Guestbook
Legend.
— anon
3am Wikipedia rabbit hole. Ended up here. No regrets.
— a night owl
Actions