Saint Cyril of Caesarea
A young child from Caesarea in Cappadocia, Cyril was cast out by his pagan father for his Christian faith. Despite the governor's threats and the tria…
First name and chronology
Cyril
4 saints and blesseds bear the name Cyril, between 201 and 1224; the most famous is Saint Cyril, celebrated on March 6th.
Chronology of the name Cyril
Dated figures are ordered from earliest to latest.
- 201-300 Saint Cyril of Caesarea A young child from Caesarea in Cappadocia, Cyril was cast out by his pagan father for his Christian faith. Despite the g…
- 379-444 Saint Cyril of Alexandria Patriarch of Alexandria in the 5th century, Cyril was the great defender of the dogma of divine motherhood against Nesto…
- 801-900 Saints Cyril and Methodius Brothers from Thessalonica in the 9th century, Cyril and Methodius are the apostles of the Slavic peoples. They evangeli…
- 1126-1224 Saint Cyril (General of Mount Carmel) Born in Constantinople in 1126, Cyril was a learned priest and diplomat before joining the Carmelite Order following a v…
All records linked to Cyril
Saint Cyril of Alexandria
Patriarch of Alexandria in the 5th century, Cyril was the great defender of the dogma of divine motherhood against Nestorius at the Council of Ephesus…
Saints Cyril and Methodius
Brothers from Thessalonica in the 9th century, Cyril and Methodius are the apostles of the Slavic peoples. They evangelized the Khazars, Bulgarians, a…
Saint Cyril (General of Mount Carmel)
Born in Constantinople in 1126, Cyril was a learned priest and diplomat before joining the Carmelite Order following a vision of the Virgin. A mission…
Frequently asked questions
When is Saint Cyril's feast day?
The feast of Cyril is celebrated on March 6th, in memory of Saint Cyril.
How many saints are named Cyril?
4 saints and blesseds bear the name Cyril, including Saint Cyril, Saint Cyril of Alexandria, Saint Cyril and Saints Cyril and Methodius.
Who is the most famous saint named Cyril?
The most famous saint named Cyril is Saint Cyril (12th century).