Notable PersonSouth African1931 – 2016
Magdelene Oliver
Environmental activist and conservation pioneer in South Africa
Biography
South African environmental activist and anti-apartheid advocate who founded numerous conservation organizations. She dedicated her life to protecting South Africa's wildlife and natural resources.
Quick Facts
Category
Notable Person
Nationality
South African
Born
1931
Died
2016
Thinking about the name
Magdelene
Latin origin
“An alternate spelling of Magdalene that shifts the vowel placement, this variant represents one of many historical spellings from the English-speaking world. Magdelene retains the spiritual weight and literary associations of its more common forms. It appeals to parents seeking a classical name with a subtly different aesthetic.”