Count facts for kids
A count is a special title given to a nobleman in many European countries. It's similar to the title of an earl in the United Kingdom. The wife of a count is called a countess.
What is a Count?
The word count comes from the French word comte. This word originally came from the Latin word comitas, which means "companion." In the past, a count was often a close friend or helper of an emperor.
During a time called feudalism, a count was a powerful ruler who managed a specific area of land. This area was known as a county.
Counts in Stories and Movies
The title "Count" is often used for interesting characters in books, movies, and TV shows. Sometimes these characters are villains, and other times they are just very memorable!
- Count Nefaria
- Count Vertigo
- The Count (Sesame Street)
- Count Duckula
- Count Olaf
- Count Chocula
- Count Paris
- Count of Monte Cristo
- Count Dooku
- Count Dracula
- Count Orlok
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Count Carl Gustaf Mannerheim (1797–1854) was a governor and an expert on insects. He was the grandfather of Baron C. G. E. Mannerheim.
See also
In Spanish: Conde para niños
