Nicole Lepaute
French astronomer (1723-1788)
1723 — 1788
Quick Facts
Profession
French astronomer (1723-1788)
Born
January 5, 1723
Died
1788 (age ~65)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
astronomer, mathematician
Kingdom of FranceBorn in ParisDied in Paris
1723
Born in Paris (1723-01-05)
1788
Died in Paris
About
Nicole-Reine Lepaute, also erroneously known as Hortense Lepaute, was a French astronomer and human computer. Lepaute along with Alexis Clairaut and Jérôme Lalande calculated the date of the return of Halley's Comet. Her other astronomical feats include calculating the 1764 solar eclipse and producing almanacs from 1759 to 1783. She was also a member of the Scientific Académie de Béziers.
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Who is Nicole Lepaute?+
Nicole-Reine Lepaute, also erroneously known as Hortense Lepaute, was a French astronomer and human computer. Lepaute along with Alexis Clairaut and Jérôme Lalande calculated the date of the return of Halley's Comet. Her other astronomical feats include calculating the 1764 solar eclipse and produc
What does the name Nicole mean?+
The name Nicole means "A female given name from Ancient Greek.. Etymology: Nicole, the feminine form of Nicholas.". It is of English origin.
When was Nicole Lepaute born?+
Nicole Lepaute was born on January 5, 1723.
When did Nicole Lepaute die?+
Nicole Lepaute died in 1788, at approximately 65 years of age.
Name Meaning
A female given name from Ancient Greek.. Etymology: Nicole, the feminine form of Nicholas.
The name Nicole is of English origin, meaning "A female given name from Ancient Greek.. Etymology: Nicole, the feminine form of Nicholas.". It is traditionally a female name.
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Nicole — January 5, 1723
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Rabbit
Quiet, elegant, kind
Water · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
9 Ix
Jaguar — magic, earth force, mystery
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Birthstone: Garnet — Protection, strength
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— someone far away
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