Saint Maximus of Asia
A merchant in Asia during the 3rd century, Maximus courageously confessed his Christian faith following the edicts of Emperor Decius. After enduring t…
First name and chronology
Maximus
6 saints and blesseds bear the name Maximus, between 201 and 700; the most famous is Saint Maximus, celebrated on January 27th.
Chronology of the name Maximus
Dated figures are ordered from earliest to latest.
- 201-300 Saint Maximus of Asia A merchant in Asia during the 3rd century, Maximus courageously confessed his Christian faith following the edicts of Em…
- 301-400 Saint Maximus (Mauxe) and Saint Venerandus Brothers from Italy, Maxime (bishop) and Vénérand (deacon) were sent by Pope Damasus to evangelize the Barbarians. After…
- 385-450 Saint Maxe (Maximus) Originally from Aquitaine and a former courtier, Saint Maxe withdrew into solitude before becoming abbot of Île Barbe in…
- 388-500 Saint Maximus of Riez Born around 388 in Provence, Maximus was the second abbot of Lérins before becoming Bishop of Riez in 434 despite his gr…
- 400-465 Saint Maximus of Turin Bishop of Turin in the 5th century, Saint Maximus was an eloquent preacher and a prolific author whose homilies are stil…
- 601-700 Saint Maximus (Même) Born near Cahors, Maxime fled a forced marriage to dedicate himself to God. Having become abbot of Limours, he distingui…
All records linked to Maximus
Saint Maximus (Mauxe) and Saint Venerandus
Brothers from Italy, Maxime (bishop) and Vénérand (deacon) were sent by Pope Damasus to evangelize the Barbarians. After crossing Gaul, they were behe…
Saint Maxe (Maximus)
Originally from Aquitaine and a former courtier, Saint Maxe withdrew into solitude before becoming abbot of Île Barbe in Lyon, then founder of a monas…
Saint Maximus of Riez
Born around 388 in Provence, Maximus was the second abbot of Lérins before becoming Bishop of Riez in 434 despite his great humility. He distinguished…
Saint Maximus of Turin
Bishop of Turin in the 5th century, Saint Maximus was an eloquent preacher and a prolific author whose homilies are still read today. He participated …
Saint Maximus (Même)
Born near Cahors, Maxime fled a forced marriage to dedicate himself to God. Having become abbot of Limours, he distinguished himself by his holiness a…
Frequently asked questions
When is Saint Maximus's feast day?
The feast of Maximus is celebrated on January 27th, in memory of Saint Maximus.
How many saints are named Maximus?
6 saints and blesseds bear the name Maximus, including Saint Maximus, Saint Maximus, Saint Maximus, Saint Maximus and Saint Maxe.
Who is the most famous saint named Maximus?
The most famous saint named Maximus is Saint Maximus (7th century).