First name and chronology

Florence

4 saints and blesseds bear the name Florence, between 301 and 1956; the most famous is Saint Florence, celebrated on December 1st.

Chronology of the name Florence

Dated figures are ordered from earliest to latest.

  1. 301-400Saint Florence of PoitiersA young pagan from Phrygia converted by Saint Hilary during his exile, Florence followed him to Poitiers. She spent the …
  2. 565-630Saint Florentina (Florence)Sister of the great Spanish doctors Leander, Fulgentius, and Isidore, Florentina dedicated herself to God from her youth…
  3. 1885-1940Ascensión Nicol GoñiAscensión Nicol Goñi (1868-1940) was a Spanish religious sister, co-founder of the congregation of the Dominican Mission…
  4. 1901-1956Florenza Giovanna ProfilioFoundress of the Franciscan Sisters of the Immaculate Conception of Lipari, she dedicated her life to the education and …

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Frequently asked questions

When is Saint Florence's feast day?

The feast of Florence is celebrated on December 1st, in memory of Saint Florence.

How many saints are named Florence?

4 saints and blesseds bear the name Florence, including Saint Florence, Saint Florentina, Ascensión Nicol Goñi and Florenza Giovanna Profilio.

Who is the most famous saint named Florence?

The most famous saint named Florence is Saint Florence (4th century).