Fredrik Friedrich of Hesse-Kassel
German prince (1747-1837)
1747 — 1837
Quick Facts
Profession
German prince (1747-1837)
Born
September 11, 1747
Died
1837 (age ~90)
Name Origin
Scandinavian
Timeline
military officer
Electorate of HesseBorn in KasselDied in Frankfurt
1747
Born in Kassel (1747-09-11)
1810
AwardKnight of the Order of the Elephant
1816
AwardKnight Grand Officer of the Order of William
1837
Died in Frankfurt
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Fredrik Friedrich of Hesse-Kassel?+
Fredrik Friedrich of Hesse-Kassel is German prince (1747-1837). Born in 1747.
What does the name Fredrik mean?+
The name Fredrik means "a male given name. Etymology: Of - origin, cognate with the Frederick. First recorded as a given name in Norway ca. 1060.". It is of Scandinavian origin.
When was Fredrik Friedrich of Hesse-Kassel born?+
Fredrik Friedrich of Hesse-Kassel was born on September 11, 1747.
When did Fredrik Friedrich of Hesse-Kassel die?+
Fredrik Friedrich of Hesse-Kassel died in 1837, at approximately 90 years of age.
Name Meaning
a male given name. Etymology: Of - origin, cognate with the Frederick. First recorded as a given name in Norway ca. 1060.
The name Fredrik is of Scandinavian origin, meaning "a male given name. Etymology: Of - origin, cognate with the Frederick. First recorded as a given name in Norway ca. 1060.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Names related to Fredrik
Fredrik — September 11, 1747
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Virgo
Analytical, kind, hardworking
Earth · Mercury · Aug 23 – Sep 22
Chinese Zodiac
Rabbit
Quiet, elegant, kind
Fire · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
2 Muluc
Water — emotions, purification, flow
Celtic Tree
Vine
Empathetic, refined, romantic
Ogham: Muin · Sep 2 – Sep 29
Birthstone: Sapphire — Truth, loyalty
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