Saint Camillus de Lellis
A former Italian soldier converted after a life of debauchery and gambling, Camillus de Lellis founded the Order of Ministers of the Infirm in Rome. M…
First name and chronology
Camilla
4 saints and blesseds bear the name Camilla, between 1458 and 1842; the most famous is Saint Camillus de Lellis, celebrated on July 18th.
Chronology of the name Camilla
Dated figures are ordered from earliest to latest.
- 1458-1527 Blessed Camilla Battista Varano A princess of Camerino, Camilla Battista Varani overcame her father's opposition to enter the Poor Clares in 1481. A gre…
- 1549-1614 Saint Camillus de Lellis A former Italian soldier converted after a life of debauchery and gambling, Camillus de Lellis founded the Order of Mini…
- 1782-1842 Camila Rolón Argentine religious sister and foundress of the Poor Sisters of Saint Joseph, dedicated to the poor and the sick.
- 1786-1841 Camille Costa de Beauregard A French diocesan priest known as the father of orphans, Camille Costa de Beauregard dedicated his life to the education…
All records linked to Camilla
Female saints (2)
Blessed Camilla Battista Varano
A princess of Camerino, Camilla Battista Varani overcame her father's opposition to enter the Poor Clares in 1481. A great mystic of the Passion, she …
Camila Rolón
Argentine religious sister and foundress of the Poor Sisters of Saint Joseph, dedicated to the poor and the sick.
Frequently asked questions
When is Saint Camilla's feast day?
The feast of Camilla is celebrated on July 18th, in memory of Saint Camillus de Lellis.
How many saints are named Camilla?
4 saints and blesseds bear the name Camilla, including Saint Camillus de Lellis, Camilla Battista Varano, Camille Costa de Beauregard and Camila Rolón.
Who is the most famous saint named Camilla?
The most famous saint named Camilla is Saint Camillus de Lellis (17th century).