Saint Avitus of Vienne
Alcimus Ecditius Avitus, born in Vienne in the mid-5th century, was an illustrious Christian bishop and poet. Coming from a family of saints, he succe…
First name and chronology
Avitus
4 saints and blesseds bear the name Avitus, between 451 and 689; the most famous is Saint Avitus, celebrated on June 17th.
Chronology of the name Avitus
Dated figures are ordered from earliest to latest.
- 451-525 Saint Avitus of Vienne Alcimus Ecditius Avitus, born in Vienne in the mid-5th century, was an illustrious Christian bishop and poet. Coming fro…
- 501-600 Saint Avitus (Avy) Abbot of Micy in the 6th century, Avit sought solitude throughout his life in the forests of Sologne and the Perche. Ren…
- 529-594 Saint Avitus I A nobleman from Auvergne who became the 18th Bishop of Clermont in the 6th century, Saint Avitus was a zealous pastor kn…
- 689-689 Saint Avitus II The twenty-ninth Bishop of Clermont, Avitus II succeeded Saint Praejectus in 679. During his ten-year episcopate, he ded…
All records linked to Avitus
Saint Avitus (Avy)
Abbot of Micy in the 6th century, Avit sought solitude throughout his life in the forests of Sologne and the Perche. Renowned for his miracles, includ…
Saint Avitus I
A nobleman from Auvergne who became the 18th Bishop of Clermont in the 6th century, Saint Avitus was a zealous pastor known for the mass conversion of…
Saint Avitus II
The twenty-ninth Bishop of Clermont, Avitus II succeeded Saint Praejectus in 679. During his ten-year episcopate, he dedicated himself to the ornament…
Frequently asked questions
When is Saint Avitus's feast day?
The feast of Avitus is celebrated on June 17th, in memory of Saint Avitus.
How many saints are named Avitus?
4 saints and blesseds bear the name Avitus, including Saint Avitus, Saint Avitus, Saint Avitus I and Saint Avitus II.
Who is the most famous saint named Avitus?
The most famous saint named Avitus is Saint Avitus (6th century).