Updated Feb 20, 2026
Details
Birthday
(Friday)
Died
Birthplace
Portsea Island, United Kingdom
Languages
English
Spouse
William Edward Ayrton (1885-1908)
Children
1 child: Barbara Ayrton-Gould
Education
Girton College, University of Cambridge, University of London
Zodiac Sign
♉ Taurus
Chinese Zodiac
虎 Tiger
Name Origin
English < Ancient Greek (Φοίβη)
Popularity
Tier D -- 1,924 Wikipedia views/month
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Hertha Ayrton: English engineer, mathematician and inventor (1854-1923).
Born in Portsea Island (died at age 69).
Recipient of the Hughes Medal.
Studied at Girton College.
AWARDS (1)
B
Hughes Medal
WON
Biography
Phoebe Sarah Hertha Ayrton was an English electrical engineer, mathematician, physicist and inventor, and suffragette. Known in adult life as Hertha Ayrton, born Phoebe Sarah Marks, she was awarded the Hughes Medal by the Royal Society for her work on electric arcs and ripple marks in sand and water.
Connections (2)
Related People
Frequently Asked Questions
How old was Hertha Ayrton?
Hertha Ayrton was born on and passed away on at the age of 69.
Where was Hertha Ayrton born?
Hertha Ayrton was born in Portsea Island.
Where can I find more information about Hertha Ayrton?
You can find more about Hertha Ayrton on Wikidata. Their full profile and filmography is available on this page.
