Sophie Brahe
Danish horticulturalist
1559 — 1643
Quick Facts
Profession
Danish horticulturalist
Born
September 3, 1559
Died
1643 (age ~84)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
astronomer, historian, estate owner
Kingdom of DenmarkBorn in Knutstorp CastleDied in Helsingør
1559
Born in Knutstorp Castle (1559-09-03)
1643
Died in Helsingør
About
Sophia Thott Lange, known by her maiden name, was a Danish noblewoman and horticulturalist with knowledge of astronomy, chemistry, and medicine. She worked alongside her brother Tycho Brahe in making astronomical observations.
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Who is Sophie Brahe?+
Sophia Thott Lange, known by her maiden name, was a Danish noblewoman and horticulturalist with knowledge of astronomy, chemistry, and medicine. She worked alongside her brother Tycho Brahe in making astronomical observations.
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 Brahe born?+
Sophie Brahe was born on September 3, 1559.
When did Sophie Brahe die?+
Sophie Brahe died in 1643, at approximately 84 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 — September 3, 1559
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Virgo
Analytical, kind, hardworking
Earth · Mercury · Aug 23 – Sep 22
Chinese Zodiac
Goat
Calm, gentle, sympathetic
Earth · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
7 Men
Eagle — vision, freedom, higher mind
Celtic Tree
Vine
Empathetic, refined, romantic
Ogham: Muin · Sep 2 – Sep 29
Birthstone: Sapphire — Truth, loyalty
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Legend.
— anon
We share a planet and a moment in time. That's enough.
— someone far away
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