Henrik Henrik Ling
Swedish physical therapist, developer and teacher (1776-1839)
1776 — 1839
Quick Facts
Profession
Swedish physical therapist, developer and teacher (1776-1839)
Born
November 15, 1776
Died
1839 (age ~63)
Name Origin
Scandinavian
Timeline
writer, teacher, physician
SwedenBorn in Södra Ljunga parishDied in Solna
1776
Born in Södra Ljunga parish (1776-11-15)
1815
AwardLundblad prize
1835
Positionseat 18 of the Swedish Academy (1835–1839)
1839
Died in Solna
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Henrik Henrik Ling?+
Henrik Henrik Ling is Swedish physical therapist, developer and teacher (1776-1839). Born in 1776.
What does the name Henrik mean?+
The name Henrik means "a male given name, equivalent to English Henry. Etymology: From Henrik, from Haimrich (see Heimrih), from Germanic roots meaning home and king, powerful. Cognate with Henrik, Heinrich and Henry.". It is of Scandinavian origin.
When was Henrik Henrik Ling born?+
Henrik Henrik Ling was born on November 15, 1776.
When did Henrik Henrik Ling die?+
Henrik Henrik Ling died in 1839, at approximately 63 years of age.
Name Meaning
a male given name, equivalent to English Henry. Etymology: From Henrik, from Haimrich (see Heimrih), from Germanic roots meaning home and king, powerful. Cognate with Henrik, Heinrich and Henry.
The name Henrik is of Scandinavian origin, meaning "a male given name, equivalent to English Henry. Etymology: From Henrik, from Haimrich (see Heimrih), from Germanic roots meaning home and king, powerful. Cognate with Henrik, Heinrich and Henry.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Henrik — November 15, 1776
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Scorpio
Passionate, resourceful, brave
Water · Pluto · Oct 23 – Nov 21
Chinese Zodiac
Monkey
Sharp, smart, curious
Fire · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
13 Manik
Deer — grace, healing, gentleness
Celtic Tree
Reed
Deep, complex, keeper of secrets
Ogham: Ngetal · Oct 28 – Nov 24
Birthstone: Topaz — Joy, abundance
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