Gabriel Verne
French writer (1828–1905)
1828 — 1905
Quick Facts
Profession
French writer (1828–1905)
Born
February 8, 1828
Died
1905 (age ~77)
Name Origin
Portuguese
Timeline
writer, poet, playwright
FranceBorn in NantesDied in Amiens
1828
Born in Nantes (1828-02-08)
1844
EducationStudied at lycée Georges-Clemenceau (1844–1846)
1847
EducationStudied at University of Paris (1847–1848)
1867
AwardMontyon Prize
1870
AwardKnight of the Legion of Honour
1872
AwardMontyon Prize
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Gabriel Verne?+
Jules Gabriel Verne was a French novelist, poet, and playwright.
What does the name Gabriel mean?+
The name Gabriel means "male given name (גַּבְרִיאֵל)". It is of Portuguese origin.
When was Gabriel Verne born?+
Gabriel Verne was born on February 8, 1828.
When did Gabriel Verne die?+
Gabriel Verne died in 1905, at approximately 77 years of age.
Name Meaning
male given name (גַּבְרִיאֵל)
The name Gabriel is of Portuguese origin, meaning "male given name (גַּבְרִיאֵל)". It is traditionally a male name.
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Gabriel — February 8, 1828
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aquarius
Independent, innovative, humanitarian
Air · Uranus · Jan 20 – Feb 18
Chinese Zodiac
Rat
Quick-witted, resourceful, versatile
Earth · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
4 Etznab
Mirror — clarity, truth, reflection
Celtic Tree
Rowan
Visionary, creative, original thinker
Ogham: Luis · Jan 21 – Feb 17
Birthstone: Amethyst — Wisdom, peace
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Guestbook
Legend.
— anon
I read your first chapter and almost quit writing. Then I read it again and couldn't stop.
— fellow writer
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