Filipa of Lancaster
English noblewoman and Portuguese queen consort
1360 — 1415
Quick Facts
Profession
English noblewoman and Portuguese queen consort
Born
April 8, 1360
Died
1415 (age ~55)
Name Origin
Portuguese
Timeline
queen consort
Kingdom of EnglandBorn in Leicester CastleDied in Monastery of São Dinis de Odivelas
1360
Born in Leicester Castle (1360-04-08)
1415
Died in Monastery of São Dinis de Odivelas
About
Philippa of Lancaster was Queen of Portugal from 1387 until 1415 as the wife of King John I. Born into the royal family of England, her marriage secured the Treaty of Windsor and produced several children who became known as the "Illustrious Generation" in Portugal. She was the only Queen of Portugal of English origin.
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Who is Filipa of Lancaster?+
Philippa of Lancaster was Queen of Portugal from 1387 until 1415 as the wife of King John I. Born into the royal family of England, her marriage secured the Treaty of Windsor and produced several children who became known as the "Illustrious Generation" in Portugal. She was the only Queen of Portuga
What does the name Filipa mean?+
The name Filipa means "a female given name, equivalent to English Philippa. Etymology: Borrowed from Philippa.". It is of Portuguese origin.
When was Filipa of Lancaster born?+
Filipa of Lancaster was born on April 8, 1360.
When did Filipa of Lancaster die?+
Filipa of Lancaster died in 1415, at approximately 55 years of age.
Name Meaning
a female given name, equivalent to English Philippa. Etymology: Borrowed from Philippa.
The name Filipa is of Portuguese origin, meaning "a female given name, equivalent to English Philippa. Etymology: Borrowed from Philippa.". It is traditionally a female name.
Other famous people named Filipa
Filipa — April 8, 1360
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aries
Bold, energetic, courageous
Fire · Mars · Mar 21 – Apr 19
Chinese Zodiac
Rat
Quick-witted, resourceful, versatile
Metal · Yang
Mayan Tzolkin
3 Chicchan
Serpent — life force, instinct, passion
Celtic Tree
Alder
Courageous, passionate, confident
Ogham: Fearn · Mar 18 – Apr 14
Birthstone: Diamond — Eternal love, clarity
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