Children
Eudoxia and Arcadius had five known children. The main source about their births and deaths is the chronicle of Ammianus Marcellinus:
- Flacilla (born 17 June 397). Her birth was recorded by Ammianus Marcellinus. She predeaceased her father. Only sibling not mentioned alive at his death in 408.
- Pulcheria (19 January 399 – 453). Married Marcian.
- Arcadia (3 April 400 – 444).
- Theodosius II (10 April 401 – 28 July 450).
- Marina (12 February 403 – 449).
| Royal titles | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by Galla First following the division with the Western Roman Empire |
Byzantine Empress consort 395–404 |
Succeeded by Aelia Eudocia |
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