Matthias Alexander Castrén
Finnish ethnologist and philologist (1813–1852)
1813 — 1852
Quick Facts
Profession
Finnish ethnologist and philologist (1813–1852)
Born
December 2, 1813
Died
1852 (age ~39)
Name Origin
German
Timeline
writer, translator, university teacher
Grand Duchy of FinlandBorn in TervolaDied in Helsinki
1813
Born in Tervola (1813-12-02)
1852
Died in Helsinki
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Matthias Alexander Castrén was a Finnish Swedish ethnologist and philologist who was a pioneer in the study of the Uralic languages. He was an educator, author and linguist at the University of Helsinki. Castrén is known for his research in the linguistics and ethnography of the Northern Eurasian peoples.
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Who is Matthias Alexander Castrén?+
Matthias Alexander Castrén was a Finnish Swedish ethnologist and philologist who was a pioneer in the study of the Uralic languages. He was an educator, author and linguist at the University of Helsinki. Castrén is known for his research in the linguistics and ethnography of the Northern Eurasian pe
What does the name Matthias mean?+
The name Matthias means "The Apostle chosen to replace Judas Iscariot.". It is of German origin.
When was Matthias Alexander Castrén born?+
Matthias Alexander Castrén was born on December 2, 1813.
When did Matthias Alexander Castrén die?+
Matthias Alexander Castrén died in 1852, at approximately 39 years of age.
Name Meaning
The Apostle chosen to replace Judas Iscariot.
The name Matthias is of German origin, meaning "The Apostle chosen to replace Judas Iscariot.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Matthias — December 2, 1813
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Sagittarius
Optimistic, adventurous, generous
Fire · Jupiter · Nov 22 – Dec 21
Chinese Zodiac
Rooster
Observant, hardworking, courageous
Water · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
10 Caban
Earth — evolution, navigation, sync
Celtic Tree
Elder
Free spirit, philosophical, wild
Ogham: Ruis · Nov 25 – Dec 23
Birthstone: Tanzanite — Transformation, new beginnings
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