Sophie Sophie of Bavaria
Bavarian princess (1805–1872)
1805 — 1872
Quick Facts
Profession
Bavarian princess (1805–1872)
Born
January 27, 1805
Died
1872 (age ~67)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
politician
Kingdom of BavariaBorn in MunichDied in Vienna
1805
Born in Munich (1805-01-27)
1848
PositionGrand Mistress of the Order the Starry Cross (1848–1854)
1872
Died in Vienna
About
Princess Sophie of Bavaria was the daughter of King Maximilian I Joseph of Bavaria and his second wife, Caroline of Baden. The identical twin sister of Queen Maria Anna of Saxony, Sophie became Archduchess of Austria by marriage to Archduke Franz Karl of Austria. Her eldest son, Franz Joseph, reigned as Emperor of Austria and King of Hungary; her second son, Maximilian, briefly reigned as Emperor of Mexico.
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Who is Sophie Sophie of Bavaria?+
Princess Sophie of Bavaria was the daughter of King Maximilian I Joseph of Bavaria and his second wife, Caroline of Baden. The identical twin sister of Queen Maria Anna of Saxony, Sophie became Archduchess of Austria by marriage to Archduke Franz Karl of Austria. Her eldest son, Franz Joseph, reigne
What does the name Sophie mean?+
The name Sophie means "A female given name from French Sophie, equivalent to English Sophia of Ancient Greek origin.. Etymology: From the Sophie, the pet form of Sophia or from Sophie. From wisdom.". It is of French origin.
When was Sophie Sophie of Bavaria born?+
Sophie Sophie of Bavaria was born on January 27, 1805.
When did Sophie Sophie of Bavaria die?+
Sophie Sophie of Bavaria died in 1872, at approximately 67 years of age.
Name Meaning
A female given name from French Sophie, equivalent to English Sophia of Ancient Greek origin.. Etymology: From the Sophie, the pet form of Sophia or from Sophie. From wisdom.
The name Sophie is of French origin, meaning "A female given name from French Sophie, equivalent to English Sophia of Ancient Greek origin.. Etymology: From the Sophie, the pet form of Sophia or from Sophie. From wisdom.". It is traditionally a female name.
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Sophie — January 27, 1805
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aquarius
Independent, innovative, humanitarian
Air · Uranus · Jan 20 – Feb 18
Chinese Zodiac
Ox
Diligent, dependable, strong
Wood · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
3 Cimi
Death — transformation, rebirth
Celtic Tree
Rowan
Visionary, creative, original thinker
Ogham: Luis · Jan 21 – Feb 17
Birthstone: Garnet — Protection, strength
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Guestbook
Walked through the halls where you lived. The walls still remember.
— a palace visitor
Legend.
— anon
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