Saint Ragnobert (Racho)
The first bishop of Frankish origin in Autun in the 7th century, Ragnobert (or Racho) reformed his clergy and signed important monastic privileges in …
First name and chronology
Roch
3 saints and blesseds bear the name Roch, between 601 and 1951; the most famous is Saint Roch, celebrated on August 16th.
Chronology of the name Roch
Dated figures are ordered from earliest to latest.
- 601-700 Saint Ragnobert (Racho) The first bishop of Frankish origin in Autun in the 7th century, Ragnobert (or Racho) reformed his clergy and signed imp…
- 1301-1400 Saint Roch of Montpellier Born in Montpellier with a red cross on his body, Saint Roch distributed his fortune to the poor to set out on a pilgrim…
- 1891-1951 Rocco Giocondo Pasquale Spoletini The Venerable Giuseppe Spoletini (1870-1951) was an Italian Franciscan priest. Known as the "Confessor of Rome," he dedi…
All records linked to Roch
Saint Roch of Montpellier
Born in Montpellier with a red cross on his body, Saint Roch distributed his fortune to the poor to set out on a pilgrimage. He dedicated his life to …
Rocco Giocondo Pasquale Spoletini
The Venerable Giuseppe Spoletini (1870-1951) was an Italian Franciscan priest. Known as the "Confessor of Rome," he dedicated his life to the sacramen…
Frequently asked questions
When is Saint Roch's feast day?
The feast of Roch is celebrated on August 16th, in memory of Saint Roch.
How many saints are named Roch?
3 saints and blesseds bear the name Roch, including Saint Roch, Saint Ragnobert and Rocco Giocondo Pasquale Spoletini.
Who is the most famous saint named Roch?
The most famous saint named Roch is Saint Roch (13th century).