Saint Cecilia of Rome
A noble Roman patrician of the 3rd century, Cecilia vowed her virginity to God despite her marriage to Valerian, whom she converted along with his bro…
First name and chronology
Cecilia
4 saints and blesseds bear the name Cecilia, between 201 and 1984; the most famous is Saint Cecilia, celebrated on November 22nd.
Chronology of the name Cecilia
Dated figures are ordered from earliest to latest.
- 201-300 Saint Cecilia of Rome A noble Roman patrician of the 3rd century, Cecilia vowed her virginity to God despite her marriage to Valerian, whom sh…
- 201-300 Saint Caecilius (Caecilius) A former pagan lawyer of African origin living in Rome, Caecilius was converted by his friends Octavius and Minucius Fel…
- 1845-1900 Angela Maria Autsch A German Trinitarian nun, Sister Angela Maria Autsch opposed the Nazi regime before being deported to Ravensbrück and th…
- 1919-1984 Antonio Pietro Cortinovis Italian Capuchin religious, founder of the 'Opera San Francesco per i Poveri' in Milan, recognized for his immense chari…
All records linked to Cecilia
Male saints (2)
Saint Caecilius (Caecilius)
A former pagan lawyer of African origin living in Rome, Caecilius was converted by his friends Octavius and Minucius Felix during a famous philosophic…
Antonio Pietro Cortinovis
Italian Capuchin religious, founder of the 'Opera San Francesco per i Poveri' in Milan, recognized for his immense charity towards the destitute.
Frequently asked questions
When is Saint Cecilia's feast day?
The feast of Cecilia is celebrated on November 22nd, in memory of Saint Cecilia.
How many saints are named Cecilia?
4 saints and blesseds bear the name Cecilia, including Saint Cecilia, Saint Caecilius, Angela Maria Autsch and Antonio Pietro Cortinovis.
Who is the most famous saint named Cecilia?
The most famous saint named Cecilia is Saint Cecilia (3rd century).