Philippe II of France
King of France, and the first to be called by that title (1165–1223)
1165 — 1223
Quick Facts
Profession
King of France, and the first to be called by that title (1165–1223)
Born
August 28, 1165
Died
1223 (age ~58)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
sovereign
FranceBorn in ParisDied in Mantes-la-Jolie
1165
Born in Paris (1165-08-28)
1180
Positionking of France (1180–1223)
1223
Died in Mantes-la-Jolie
About
Philip II, also known as Philip Augustus, was King of France from 1180 to 1223. His predecessors had been known as kings of the Franks, but from 1190 onward, Philip became the first French monarch to style himself "King of France". The only son of King Louis VII and his third wife, Adela of Champagne, he was originally nicknamed 'God-given' because he was a first son and born late in his father's life. Philip was given the epithet "Augustus" by the chronicler Rigord for having extended the crown lands of France so remarkably.
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Who is Philippe II of France?+
Philip II, also known as Philip Augustus, was King of France from 1180 to 1223. His predecessors had been known as kings of the Franks, but from 1190 onward, Philip became the first French monarch to style himself "King of France". The only son of King Louis VII and his third wife, Adela of Champagn
What does the name Philippe mean?+
The name Philippe means "a male given name, equivalent to English Philip, very popular in 20th century France, next only to Jean and Pierre". It is of French origin.
When was Philippe II of France born?+
Philippe II of France was born on August 28, 1165.
When did Philippe II of France die?+
Philippe II of France died in 1223, at approximately 58 years of age.
Name Meaning
a male given name, equivalent to English Philip, very popular in 20th century France, next only to Jean and Pierre
The name Philippe is of French origin, meaning "a male given name, equivalent to English Philip, very popular in 20th century France, next only to Jean and Pierre". It is traditionally a male name.
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Philippe — August 28, 1165
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Virgo
Analytical, kind, hardworking
Earth · Mercury · Aug 23 – Sep 22
Chinese Zodiac
Rooster
Observant, hardworking, courageous
Wood · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
6 Kan
Seed — abundance, growth, fertility
Celtic Tree
Hazel
Wise, perceptive, academic
Ogham: Coll · Aug 5 – Sep 1
Birthstone: Peridot — Strength, healing
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My grandmother kept your portrait on the wall until the day she died.
— a subject
Crowns are heavy. You wore yours well.
— a historian
History remembers. So do I.
— an admirer
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