Roger I of Sicily
Grand Count of Sicily from 1071 to 1101
1031 — 1101
Quick Facts
Profession
Grand Count of Sicily from 1071 to 1101
Born
January 1, 1031
Died
1101 (age ~70)
Name Origin
English
Timeline
sovereign
County of SicilyBorn in Hauteville-la-GuichardDied in Mileto
1031
Born in Hauteville-la-Guichard (1031-01-01)
1101
Died in Mileto
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Roger I, nicknamed "Roger Bosso" and "Grand Count Roger", was a Norman nobleman who became the first Grand Count of Sicily from 1071 to 1101.
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Who is Roger I of Sicily?+
Roger I, nicknamed "Roger Bosso" and "Grand Count Roger", was a Norman nobleman who became the first Grand Count of Sicily from 1071 to 1101.
What does the name Roger mean?+
The name Roger means "A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From , from the - equivalent of Hrōþgār (see Hroðgar), from fame-spear. Compare also Rutger.". It is of English origin.
When was Roger I of Sicily born?+
Roger I of Sicily was born on January 1, 1031.
When did Roger I of Sicily die?+
Roger I of Sicily died in 1101, at approximately 70 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From , from the - equivalent of Hrōþgār (see Hroðgar), from fame-spear. Compare also Rutger.
The name Roger is of English origin, meaning "A male given name from the Germanic languages.. Etymology: From , from the - equivalent of Hrōþgār (see Hroðgar), from fame-spear. Compare also Rutger.". It is traditionally a male name.
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Roger — January 1, 1031
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Capricorn
Ambitious, disciplined, patient
Earth · Saturn · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Chinese Zodiac
Goat
Calm, gentle, sympathetic
Metal · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
3 Ik
Wind — breath, spirit, communication
Celtic Tree
Birch
Ambitious, driven, charming
Ogham: Beith · Dec 24 – Jan 20
Birthstone: Garnet — Protection, strength
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