Saint Germaine of Bar-sur-Aube
A virgin from the village of Florentia in the 5th century, Germaine dedicated herself to the service of God and the workers building the Basilica of S…
First name and chronology
Germaine
3 saints and blesseds bear the name Germaine, between 438 and 1897; the most famous is Saint Germaine, celebrated on January 19th.
Chronology of the name Germaine
Dated figures are ordered from earliest to latest.
- 438-451 Saint Germaine of Bar-sur-Aube A virgin from the village of Florentia in the 5th century, Germaine dedicated herself to the service of God and the work…
- 1601 Saint Germaine Cousin (Shepherdess of Pibrac) Born infirm in Pibrac near Toulouse, Germaine Cousin lived a life as a shepherdess marked by poverty and the mistreatmen…
- 1837-1897 Jeanne-Germaine Castang Jeanne-Germaine Castang (1878-1897), Sister Marie-Céline of the Presentation, was a French Poor Clare nun beatified in 2…
All records linked to Germaine
Saint Germaine Cousin (Shepherdess of Pibrac)
Born infirm in Pibrac near Toulouse, Germaine Cousin lived a life as a shepherdess marked by poverty and the mistreatment of her stepmother. Her deep …
Jeanne-Germaine Castang
Jeanne-Germaine Castang (1878-1897), Sister Marie-Céline of the Presentation, was a French Poor Clare nun beatified in 2007.
Frequently asked questions
When is Saint Germaine's feast day?
The feast of Germaine is celebrated on January 19th, in memory of Saint Germaine.
How many saints are named Germaine?
3 saints and blesseds bear the name Germaine, including Saint Germaine, Saint Germaine Cousin and Jeanne-Germaine Castang.
Who is the most famous saint named Germaine?
The most famous saint named Germaine is Saint Germaine (5th century).