Saint Arnulf (Arnoul)
Bishop of Metz in the 7th century and ancestor of the Carolingian dynasty, Saint Arnoul abandoned his office to end his life as a hermit in the Vosges…
First name and chronology
Arnold
4 saints and blesseds bear the name Arnold, between 576 and 1890; the most famous is Saint Arnulf, celebrated on August 15th.
Chronology of the name Arnold
Dated figures are ordered from earliest to latest.
- 576-641 Saint Arnulf (Arnoul) Bishop of Metz in the 7th century and ancestor of the Carolingian dynasty, Saint Arnoul abandoned his office to end his …
- 701-800 Saint Arnulf of Cysoing A knight and squire in Flanders during the 8th century, Arnoul was distinguished by his charity toward the poor, going s…
- 1022-1087 Saint Arnulf of Soissons A former nobleman and soldier from Brabant, Arnoul became a monk at Saint-Médard de Soissons before serving as its abbot…
- 1835-1890 Julien-Nicolas Rèche A French religious of the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools, Blessed Julien-Nicolas Rèche (Brother Arno…
All records linked to Arnold
Saint Arnulf of Cysoing
A knight and squire in Flanders during the 8th century, Arnoul was distinguished by his charity toward the poor, going so far as to steal his master's…
Saint Arnulf of Soissons
A former nobleman and soldier from Brabant, Arnoul became a monk at Saint-Médard de Soissons before serving as its abbot and later its bishop. Known f…
Julien-Nicolas Rèche
A French religious of the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools, Blessed Julien-Nicolas Rèche (Brother Arnould) dedicated himself to the …
Frequently asked questions
When is Saint Arnold's feast day?
The feast of Arnold is celebrated on August 15th, in memory of Saint Arnulf.
How many saints are named Arnold?
4 saints and blesseds bear the name Arnold, including Saint Arnulf, Saint Arnulf, Saint Arnulf of Cysoing and Julien-Nicolas Rèche.
Who is the most famous saint named Arnold?
The most famous saint named Arnold is Saint Arnulf (11th century).