Saint Fortunatus of Poitiers
A poet of Italian origin who became Bishop of Poitiers in the 6th century, Fortunatus is the author of an immense literary body of work including famo…
First name and chronology
Fortunatus
4 saints and blesseds bear the name Fortunatus, between 501 and 1826; the most famous is Saint Fortunatus, celebrated on December 14th.
Chronology of the name Fortunatus
Dated figures are ordered from earliest to latest.
- 501-600Saint Fortunatus of PoitiersA poet of Italian origin who became Bishop of Poitiers in the 6th century, Fortunatus is the author of an immense litera…
- 501-600Saint Fortunatus (Fortunatus)Originally from Vercelli and nicknamed the Philosopher of the Lombards, this Italian bishop went into exile in France in…
- 530-600Saint Fortunatus of DouplableBorn in Italy in 530, Venantius Fortunatus was a Latin poet and Bishop of Poitiers. After miraculously recovering his si…
- 1791-1826Fortunato De GruttisAn Italian Passionist priest, known as the "martyr of the confessional," he spent nearly thirty-seven years hearing conf…
All records linked to Fortunatus
Saint Fortunatus (Fortunatus)
Originally from Vercelli and nicknamed the Philosopher of the Lombards, this Italian bishop went into exile in France in the 6th century. A friend of …
Saint Fortunatus of Douplable
Born in Italy in 530, Venantius Fortunatus was a Latin poet and Bishop of Poitiers. After miraculously recovering his sight through Saint Martin, he s…
Fortunato De Gruttis
An Italian Passionist priest, known as the "martyr of the confessional," he spent nearly thirty-seven years hearing confessions and guiding souls at t…
Frequently asked questions
When is Saint Fortunatus's feast day?
The feast of Fortunatus is celebrated on December 14th, in memory of Saint Fortunatus.
How many saints are named Fortunatus?
4 saints and blesseds bear the name Fortunatus, including Saint Fortunatus, Saint Fortunatus, Saint Fortunatus and Fortunato De Gruttis.
Who is the most famous saint named Fortunatus?
The most famous saint named Fortunatus is Saint Fortunatus (6th century).