Nitocris
legendary Egyptian queen
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Summary
Nitocris was born on 2250 BC[1]. She died on January 1, 2192 BC[2]. She worked as a statesperson[3]. She ranks in the top 0.72% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (2,293 views/month, #7,252 of 1,000,298).[4]
Key Facts
- Place of burial: Medinet Habu[5]
- Father: Pepi II[6]
- Mother: Neith[7]
- Spouse: Merenre Nemtyemsaf II[8]
- Position held: pharaoh[9]
- Religion or worldview: religion of ancient Egypt[10]
- Sex or gender: female[11]
- Family: Sixth Dynasty of Egypt[12]
- Noble title: pharaoh[13], queen[14]
- Said to be the same as: Netjerkare[15]
- Manner of death: suicide[16]
- Described by source: Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary[17], A Biographical Dictionary of the Celebrated Women of Every Age and Country[18]
- Time period: Ancient Egypt[19], Old Kingdom of Egypt[20]
- Sibling: Merenre Nemtyemsaf II[21]
Why It Matters
Nitocris has Wikipedia articles in 25 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[22] She is known by 33 alternative names across languages and contexts.[23]
FAQs
Who were Nitocris's parents?
Nitocris's father was Pepi II[6]. Nitocris's mother was Neith[7].
Who was Nitocris married to?
Nitocris's spouses include Merenre Nemtyemsaf II[8].
What did Nitocris do for work?
Nitocris worked as a statesperson[3].