Saint Matthew (Levi)
A former publican in Galilee, Matthew leaves everything to follow Jesus. After writing his Gospel, he evangelizes Ethiopia where he performs many mira…
First name and chronology
Matthieu
6 saints and blesseds bear the name Matthieu, between 1 and 1925; the most famous is Saint Matthew, celebrated on September 21st.
Chronology of the name Matthieu
Dated figures are ordered from earliest to latest.
- 1-100 Saint Matthew (Levi) A former publican in Galilee, Matthew leaves everything to follow Jesus. After writing his Gospel, he evangelizes Ethiop…
- 1386-1451 Saint Matthew of Agrigento A native of Sicily in the 15th century, Matthew of Agrigento joined the Friars Minor and became a companion of Saint Ber…
- 1401-1500 Blessed Matthew Carrieri of Mantua A Dominican religious from Mantua in the 15th century, Matthew Carrieri was a famous preacher and reformer of convents t…
- 1786-1851 Matthew Makil A Syro-Malabar bishop and founder of the Congregation of the Sisters of the Visitation, Matthew Makil was declared vener…
- 1870-1925 Matt Talbot A Dublin laborer who converted from severe alcoholism, Matt Talbot led a life of heroic asceticism, prayer, and charity.…
- 1878-1913 Luigi Palić A Franciscan priest and martyr in Kosovo, Luigi Palić gave his life in 1913 to defend the Christian faith and freedom of…
All records linked to Matthieu
Saint Matthew of Agrigento
A native of Sicily in the 15th century, Matthew of Agrigento joined the Friars Minor and became a companion of Saint Bernardino of Siena. A renowned p…
Blessed Matthew Carrieri of Mantua
A Dominican religious from Mantua in the 15th century, Matthew Carrieri was a famous preacher and reformer of convents throughout Italy. Known for his…
Matthew Makil
A Syro-Malabar bishop and founder of the Congregation of the Sisters of the Visitation, Matthew Makil was declared venerable in 2025.
Matt Talbot
A Dublin laborer who converted from severe alcoholism, Matt Talbot led a life of heroic asceticism, prayer, and charity. He is the patron of people su…
Luigi Palić
A Franciscan priest and martyr in Kosovo, Luigi Palić gave his life in 1913 to defend the Christian faith and freedom of conscience in the face of for…
Frequently asked questions
When is Saint Matthieu's feast day?
The feast of Matthieu is celebrated on September 21st, in memory of Saint Matthew.
How many saints are named Matthieu?
6 saints and blesseds bear the name Matthieu, including Saint Matthew, Saint Matthew of Agrigento, Matthew Carrieri, Luigi Palić and Matthew Makil.
Who is the most famous saint named Matthieu?
The most famous saint named Matthieu is Saint Matthew (1st century).