Updated Feb 20, 2026
Details
Birthday
(Monday)
Died
Birthplace
Søborg Castle, Norway
Nationality
Spouse
Haakon VI of Norway (1363)
Children
1 child: Olaf II of Denmark
Parents
Valdemar IV of Denmark, Helvig of Schleswig
Zodiac Sign
♑ Capricorn
Chinese Zodiac
蛇 Snake
Name Origin
English < Ancient Greek (μαργαρίτης)
Popularity
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Margaret I of Denmark: Queen of Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.
Born in Søborg Castle (died at age 59).
The name Margaret means stone or pebble of the sea.
Biography
Margaret I was queen regnant of Denmark, Norway, and Sweden from the late 1380s until her death, and the founder of the Kalmar Union that joined the Scandinavian kingdoms together for over a century. She had been queen consort of Norway from 1363 to 1380 and of Sweden from 1363 to 1364 by marriage to Haakon VI. Margaret was known as a wise, energetic and capable leader, who governed with "farsighted tact and caution", earning the nickname "Semiramis of the North". Also known famously and derisively as "King Breechless", one of several derogatory nicknames once thought to have been invented by her rival Albert, King of Sweden, she was also called "Lady King" by her subjects, widely used in recognition of her capabilities. Knut Gjerset calls her "the first great ruling queen in European history".
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How old was Margaret I of Denmark?
Margaret I of Denmark was born on and passed away on at the age of 59.
Where was Margaret I of Denmark born?
Margaret I of Denmark was born in Søborg Castle.
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