Catherine I of Russia
Empress of Russia (1725–1727)
Married to Peter I the Great · Parent of 2
Family snapshot
Three generations at a glance
Life story
Biography
Of Lithuanian peasant origin, she became Peter the Great's companion and second wife, and upon his death succeeded him as the first woman to rule Russia in her own right.
Catherine I of Russia occupies generation 9 of this recorded lineage partner to Peter I the Great and parent of Anna Petrovna and Elizabeth of Russia. The title "Empress of Russia (1725–1727)" reflects the public or family role associated with this profile.
Within the wider House of Romanov, this life forms part of a network spanning 9 recorded generations. The timeline and family snapshot below bring those connections together, while the full tree provides the broader historical context.
Milestones
Life timeline
15 April 1684
Born
The beginning of Catherine I of Russia's recorded life.
Family
Married Peter I the Great
A partnership that connects two branches of the Romanova family.
Next generation
Family line continues
2 children recorded in this branch: Anna Petrovna and Elizabeth of Russia.
Legacy
Empress of Russia (1725–1727)
A defining role in the story of the Romanova family.
17 May 1727
Died
The close of a life whose connections continue through the family record.
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Frequently asked questions
Who were Catherine I of Russia's children?
Catherine I of Russia had 2 children: Anna Petrovna and Elizabeth of Russia.
Who did Catherine I of Russia marry?
Catherine I of Russia was married to Peter I the Great.
What family tree does Catherine I of Russia belong to?
Catherine I of Russia appears in the House of Romanov family tree on Lineage, where you can explore the full interactive genealogy chart.
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