Saint Daniel the Stylite
Originally from Maratha, Daniel became a famous stylite in Constantinople in the 5th century, following the example of Saint Simeon. Living on a pilla…
First name and chronology
Daniel
6 saints and blesseds bear the name Daniel, between 401 and 1945; the most famous is Saint Daniel and his companions, celebrated on October 13th.
Chronology of the name Daniel
Dated figures are ordered from earliest to latest.
- 401-500 Saint Daniel the Stylite Originally from Maratha, Daniel became a famous stylite in Constantinople in the 5th century, following the example of S…
- 1186-1221 Saints Daniel, Samuel, Donulus, Leo, Hugolinus, Nicholas and Angelus In 1221, seven Franciscan friars led by Daniel of Calabria set out to evangelize North Africa. After preaching the Chris…
- 1376-1411 Saint Daniel (Merchant) A German merchant established in Venice, Daniel balanced his commercial activities with a life of deep piety among the C…
- 1859-1924 Felice Rossini Felice Rossini (1876-1924), in religion Brother Daniel of Samarate, was an Italian Capuchin missionary. Sent to Brazil, …
- 1867-1945 Daniel Coppini Daniel Coppini (1867-1945), in religion Daniel of Torricella, was an Italian Capuchin priest recognized as venerable, de…
- 1876-1936 Daniel Brottier French Spiritan priest, military chaplain during the Great War, and iconic director of the Orphelins Apprentis d'Auteuil…
All records linked to Daniel
Saints Daniel, Samuel, Donulus, Leo, Hugolinus, Nicholas and Angelus
In 1221, seven Franciscan friars led by Daniel of Calabria set out to evangelize North Africa. After preaching the Christian faith in Ceuta, they were…
Saint Daniel (Merchant)
A German merchant established in Venice, Daniel balanced his commercial activities with a life of deep piety among the Camaldolese. Having retired as …
Felice Rossini
Felice Rossini (1876-1924), in religion Brother Daniel of Samarate, was an Italian Capuchin missionary. Sent to Brazil, he devoted himself to the loca…
Daniel Coppini
Daniel Coppini (1867-1945), in religion Daniel of Torricella, was an Italian Capuchin priest recognized as venerable, devoted to the care of the sick …
Daniel Brottier
French Spiritan priest, military chaplain during the Great War, and iconic director of the Orphelins Apprentis d'Auteuil.
Frequently asked questions
When is Saint Daniel's feast day?
The feast of Daniel is celebrated on October 13th, in memory of Saint Daniel and his companions.
How many saints are named Daniel?
6 saints and blesseds bear the name Daniel, including Saint Daniel and his companions, Saint Daniel of Maratha, Saint Daniel, Daniel Brottier and Felice Rossini.
Who is the most famous saint named Daniel?
The most famous saint named Daniel is Saint Daniel and his companions (13th century).