November 18
Geniuses Born on November 18
3 Geniuses scorpio
🧠Average IQ of geniuses born on this day: 165
🌍Most represented country: Germany (1)
📅Eras: Early Modern (2), Modern (1)

Geniuses Born on November 18

3 geniuses born on November 18 — including Carl Maria von Weber, Pierre Bayle, and more. Explore their biographies, IQ scores, and achievements.

Carl Maria von WeberIQ 165
1786–1826 · Germany
German composer; creator of the romantic opera.
A German composer, conductor, virtuoso pianist, guitarist famous for his operas Der Freischütz and Oberon.
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Pierre BayleIQ 165
1647–1706 · France
Various Thoughts on the Occasion of the Comet
French philosopher, author & lexicographer
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George Wald
1906–1997 · United States
Pigments in the retina
An American scientist who studied pigments in the retina. His findings helped to determine how genetics influence the color of a person's eyes.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which geniuses were born on November 18?

Carl Maria von Weber, Pierre Bayle, George Wald — 3 geniuses in total share this birthday.

What is the zodiac sign for November 18?

scorpio is the zodiac sign for people born on November 18.

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