Oswaldo Cruz
Brazilian physician and bacteriologist (1872-1917)
1872 — 1917
Quick Facts
Profession
Brazilian physician and bacteriologist (1872-1917)
Born
August 5, 1872
Died
1917 (age ~45)
Name Origin
Spanish
Timeline
physician, bacteriologist, microbiologist
BrazilBorn in São Luiz do ParaitingaDied in Petrópolis
1872
Born in São Luiz do Paraitinga (1872-08-05)
1917
Died in Petrópolis
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Oswaldo Cruz?+
Oswaldo Cruz is Brazilian physician and bacteriologist (1872-1917). Born in 1872.
What does the name Oswaldo mean?+
The name Oswaldo means "a male given name, equivalent to English Oswald". It is of Spanish origin.
When was Oswaldo Cruz born?+
Oswaldo Cruz was born on August 5, 1872.
When did Oswaldo Cruz die?+
Oswaldo Cruz died in 1917, at approximately 45 years of age.
Name Meaning
a male given name, equivalent to English Oswald
The name Oswaldo is of Spanish origin, meaning "a male given name, equivalent to English Oswald". It is traditionally a male name.
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Oswaldo — August 5, 1872
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Leo
Confident, generous, warm-hearted
Fire · Sun · Jul 23 – Aug 22
Chinese Zodiac
Monkey
Sharp, smart, curious
Water · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
4 Lamat
Star — harmony, beauty, abundance
Celtic Tree
Hazel
Wise, perceptive, academic
Ogham: Coll · Aug 5 – Sep 1
Birthstone: Peridot — Strength, healing
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