Thorfinn the Mighty
11th-century Earl of Orkney
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Summary
Thorfinn the Mighty was born on January 1, 1009[1], in Orkney Islands[2]. He died on January 1, 1065[3], in Orkney Islands[4]. He ranks in the top 0.72% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (587 views/month, #7,237 of 1,000,298).[5]
Key Facts
- Father: Sigurd the Stout[6]
- Mother: Olith[7], Donalda of Alba[8]
- Spouse: Ingibiorg Finnsdottir[9], Finn Arnesson[10]
- Child: Paul Thorfinnsson[11], Erlend Thorfinnsson[12], Paul and Erlend Thorfinnsson[13]
- Country of citizenship: Norway[14]
- Position held: Earl of Orkney[15]
- Sex or gender: male[16]
- Noble title: jarl[17]
- Given name: Torfinn[18]
- Work location: Norway[19]
- Sibling: Einar Sigurdsson[20]
Why It Matters
Thorfinn the Mighty has Wikipedia articles in 8 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[21] He is known by 15 alternative names across languages and contexts.[22]
FAQs
Where was Thorfinn the Mighty born?
Thorfinn the Mighty was born in Orkney Islands[2].
Where did Thorfinn the Mighty die?
Thorfinn the Mighty died in Orkney Islands[4].
Who were Thorfinn the Mighty's parents?
Thorfinn the Mighty's father was Sigurd the Stout[6]. Thorfinn the Mighty's mother was Olith[7].
Who was Thorfinn the Mighty married to?
Thorfinn the Mighty's spouses include Ingibiorg Finnsdottir[9] and Finn Arnesson[10].