Sophie Dorothea of Hanover
Prussian royal consort of Frederick William I
1687 — 1757
Quick Facts
Profession
Prussian royal consort of Frederick William I
Born
March 16, 1687
Died
1757 (age ~70)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
aristocrat
GermanyBorn in HanoverDied in Monbijou Palace
1687
Born in Hanover (1687-03-16)
1757
Died in Monbijou Palace
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Sophia Dorothea of Hanover was Queen in Prussia and Electress of Brandenburg during the reign of her husband, King Frederick William I, from 1713 to 1740. She was the mother of Frederick the Great.
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Who is Sophie Dorothea of Hanover?+
Sophia Dorothea of Hanover was Queen in Prussia and Electress of Brandenburg during the reign of her husband, King Frederick William I, from 1713 to 1740. She was the mother of Frederick the Great.
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 Dorothea of Hanover born?+
Sophie Dorothea of Hanover was born on March 16, 1687.
When did Sophie Dorothea of Hanover die?+
Sophie Dorothea of Hanover died in 1757, at approximately 70 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 — March 16, 1687
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Pisces
Intuitive, compassionate, artistic
Water · Neptune · Feb 19 – Mar 20
Chinese Zodiac
Rabbit
Quiet, elegant, kind
Fire · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
9 Cib
Owl — wisdom, ancestors, forgiveness
Celtic Tree
Ash
Intuitive, artistic, imaginative
Ogham: Nion · Feb 18 – Mar 17
Birthstone: Aquamarine — Courage, serenity
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