First name and chronology

Diego

5 saints and blesseds bear the name Diego, between 1408 and 1936; the most famous is Saint Didacus, celebrated on November 13th.

Chronology of the name Diego

Dated figures are ordered from earliest to latest.

  1. 1408-1463Saint Didacus (Diego) of Saint NicholasA 15th-century Spanish Franciscan religious, Didacus distinguished himself by his profound humility, his charity toward …
  2. 1741-1801Diego José of CádizSpanish Capuchin priest and famous popular preacher, defender of the faith against the ideas of the Enlightenment.
  3. 1791-1856Didaco BessiItalian priest and founder of the Dominican Sisters of Saint Mary of the Rosary, recognized as Venerable in 2025.
  4. 1859-1919Giuseppe OddiGiuseppe Oddi (1839-1919), in religion Brother Didacus (Diego), was an Italian Franciscan religious known for his humble…
  5. 1901-1936Diego Ventaja, Manuel Medina and companionsDiego Ventaja Milán, Bishop of Almería, and Manuel Medina Olmos, Bishop of Guadix, along with seven Brothers of the Chri…

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Frequently asked questions

When is Saint Diego's feast day?

The feast of Diego is celebrated on November 13th, in memory of Saint Didacus.

How many saints are named Diego?

5 saints and blesseds bear the name Diego, including Saint Didacus, Diego Ventaja, Manuel Medina and companions, Giuseppe Oddi, Diego José of Cádiz and Didaco Bessi.

Who is the most famous saint named Diego?

The most famous saint named Diego is Saint Didacus (15th century).