Saint Yves (Yves Hélory)
A 13th-century Breton priest and jurist, Saint Yves is the patron saint of lawyers and the poor. Canonized in 1347 by Clement VI, his cult is centered…
First name and chronology
Yves
3 saints and blesseds bear the name Yves, between 1201 and 1541; the most famous is Saint Yves, celebrated on May 19th.
Chronology of the name Yves
Dated figures are ordered from earliest to latest.
- 1201-1300 Saint Yves (Yves Hélory) A 13th-century Breton priest and jurist, Saint Yves is the patron saint of lawyers and the poor. Canonized in 1347 by Cl…
- 1253-1303 Saint Yves (Helory of Kermartin) Born in Brittany in the 13th century, Saint Yves was an exemplary magistrate and priest, renowned for his integrity and …
- 1462-1541 Venerable Yves Mahyeuc A Dominican religious born in 1462, Yves Mahyeuc became the confessor to Queen Anne of Brittany before being appointed B…
All records linked to Yves
Saint Yves (Helory of Kermartin)
Born in Brittany in the 13th century, Saint Yves was an exemplary magistrate and priest, renowned for his integrity and his pro bono defense of the po…
Venerable Yves Mahyeuc
A Dominican religious born in 1462, Yves Mahyeuc became the confessor to Queen Anne of Brittany before being appointed Bishop of Rennes in 1507 despit…
Frequently asked questions
When is Saint Yves's feast day?
The feast of Yves is celebrated on May 19th, in memory of Saint Yves.
How many saints are named Yves?
3 saints and blesseds bear the name Yves, including Saint Yves, Saint Yves and Yves Mahyeuc.
Who is the most famous saint named Yves?
The most famous saint named Yves is Saint Yves (13th century).