Saint Louis (Louis IX)
King of France in the 13th century, Louis IX is the model of the Christian sovereign combining justice, piety, and courage. Known for his charity towa…
First name and chronology
Ludovic
5 saints and blesseds bear the name Ludovic, between 1213 and 1963; the most famous is Saint Louis, celebrated on August 25th.
Chronology of the name Ludovic
Dated figures are ordered from earliest to latest.
- 1213-1270 Saint Louis (Louis IX) King of France in the 13th century, Louis IX is the model of the Christian sovereign combining justice, piety, and coura…
- 1288-1300 Saint Louis of Anjou (Bishop of Toulouse) Son of the King of Naples and grand-nephew of Saint Louis, Louis of Anjou renounced the throne to embrace Franciscan pov…
- 1784-1849 Lodovico Pavoni A 19th-century priest from Brescia, Lodovico Pavoni founded the Saint Barnabas Institute for disadvantaged youth and the…
- 1829-1894 Gregorio Fioravanti Italian Franciscan priest, founder of the Franciscan Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart, recognized as Venerable by …
- 1898-1963 Ludovico Longari Priest and Superior General of the Congregation of the Blessed Sacrament, recognized as Venerable by Pope Francis in 201…
All records linked to Ludovic
Saint Louis of Anjou (Bishop of Toulouse)
Son of the King of Naples and grand-nephew of Saint Louis, Louis of Anjou renounced the throne to embrace Franciscan poverty. Appointed Bishop of Toul…
Lodovico Pavoni
A 19th-century priest from Brescia, Lodovico Pavoni founded the Saint Barnabas Institute for disadvantaged youth and the congregation of the Sons of M…
Gregorio Fioravanti
Italian Franciscan priest, founder of the Franciscan Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart, recognized as Venerable by Pope Francis in 2017.
Ludovico Longari
Priest and Superior General of the Congregation of the Blessed Sacrament, recognized as Venerable by Pope Francis in 2018.
Frequently asked questions
When is Saint Ludovic's feast day?
The feast of Ludovic is celebrated on August 25th, in memory of Saint Louis.
How many saints are named Ludovic?
5 saints and blesseds bear the name Ludovic, including Saint Louis, Saint Louis of Toulouse, Lodovico Pavoni, Gregorio Fioravanti and Ludovico Longari.
Who is the most famous saint named Ludovic?
The most famous saint named Ludovic is Saint Louis (13th century).