Saint Claudius Apollinaris
Bishop of Hierapolis in the 2nd century, Claudius Apollinaris was a major defender of the faith against the heresies of Tatian and Montanus. He is fam…
First name and chronology
Apollinaire
5 saints and blesseds bear the name Apollinaire, between 101 and 600; the most famous is Saint Apollinaris, celebrated on October 5th.
Chronology of the name Apollinaire
Dated figures are ordered from earliest to latest.
- 101-200 Saint Claudius Apollinaris Bishop of Hierapolis in the 2nd century, Claudius Apollinaris was a major defender of the faith against the heresies of …
- 201-300 Saint Timothy and Saint Apollinaris Coming from the East to evangelize Reims in the 3rd century, Timothy was martyred with his guard Apollinaris, who was co…
- 401-500 Saint Apollinaris Daughter of the consul Anthemius, Apollinaris refused marriage to dedicate herself to God. Under the name Dorotheus and …
- 430-500 Saint Sidonius Apollinaris An illustrious senator and Prefect of Rome from a noble family of Lyon, Sidonius Apollinaris became Bishop of Clermont i…
- 453-600 Saint Apollinaris of Valence Coming from an illustrious family of Vienne, Apollinaris became Bishop of Valence in the 5th century, restoring a ruined…
All records linked to Apollinaire
Male saints (4)
Saint Timothy and Saint Apollinaris
Coming from the East to evangelize Reims in the 3rd century, Timothy was martyred with his guard Apollinaris, who was converted by his steadfastness. …
Saint Sidonius Apollinaris
An illustrious senator and Prefect of Rome from a noble family of Lyon, Sidonius Apollinaris became Bishop of Clermont in 472. He dedicated his life t…
Saint Apollinaris of Valence
Coming from an illustrious family of Vienne, Apollinaris became Bishop of Valence in the 5th century, restoring a ruined diocese. A defender of eccles…
Frequently asked questions
When is Saint Apollinaire's feast day?
The feast of Apollinaire is celebrated on October 5th, in memory of Saint Apollinaris.
How many saints are named Apollinaire?
5 saints and blesseds bear the name Apollinaire, including Saint Apollinaris, Sidonius Apollinaris, Saint Timothy, Saint Claudius Apollinaris and Saint Apollinaris.
Who is the most famous saint named Apollinaire?
The most famous saint named Apollinaire is Saint Apollinaris (5th century).