Jovian
Roman emperor from 363 to 364
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Summary
Jovian was born on January 1, 331[1], in Singidunum[2]. He died on February 17, 364[3], in Dadastana[4]. He worked as a politician[5]. He ranks in the top 0.68% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (3,359 views/month, #6,757 of 1,000,298).[6]
Key Facts
- Place of burial: Church of the Holy Apostles[7]
- Father: Varronianus[8]
- Spouse: Charito[9]
- Child: Varronianus[10]
- Country of citizenship: Ancient Rome[11]
- Position held: Roman emperor[12], ancient Roman senator[13], Byzantine emperor[14]
- Sex or gender: male[15]
- Noble title: Augustus[16]
- Commons category: Iovianus[17]
- Cause of death: carbon monoxide poisoning[18]
- Topic's main category: Category:Iovianus[19]
- Manner of death: accidental death[20]
- Described by source: Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary[21], Small Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary[22], Otto's encyclopedia[23], Encyclopædia Britannica 11th edition[24], Pauly–Wissowa[25]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: Latin[26]
- Name in native language: Flavius Claudius Iovianus[27]
- Time period: Roman Empire[28], Low Roman Empire[29], Byzantine Egypt[30]
Why It Matters
Jovian has Wikipedia articles in 27 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[31] He is known by 50 alternative names across languages and contexts.[32]
FAQs
Where was Jovian born?
Jovian's place of birth was Singidunum[2].
Where did Jovian die?
Jovian died in Dadastana[4].
Who were Jovian's parents?
Jovian's father was Varronianus[8].
Who was Jovian married to?
Jovian's spouses include Charito[9].
What did Jovian do for work?
Jovian worked as a politician[5].