Saint Peregrine of Sicily
An apostle of Sicily in the 11th century, Peregrine is said to have come from Greece to evangelize the region of Caltabellotta after the expulsion of …
First name and chronology
Peregrine
3 saints and blesseds bear the name Peregrine, between 1001 and 1400; the most famous is Saint Peregrinus, celebrated on May 1st.
Chronology of the name Peregrine
Dated figures are ordered from earliest to latest.
- 1001-1100 Saint Peregrine of Sicily An apostle of Sicily in the 11th century, Peregrine is said to have come from Greece to evangelize the region of Caltabe…
- 1201-1300 Blessed Evangelist and Peregrine Evangelista and Peregrinus were two friends from 13th-century Verona who entered the Augustinian Order together followin…
- 1301-1400 Saint Peregrinus of Auxerre First bishop of Auxerre and martyr at Bouhy, Saint Pélérin saw his remains dispersed between the Abbey of Saint-Denis, P…
All records linked to Peregrine
Blessed Evangelist and Peregrine
Evangelista and Peregrinus were two friends from 13th-century Verona who entered the Augustinian Order together following a heavenly vision. Renowned …
Saint Peregrinus of Auxerre
First bishop of Auxerre and martyr at Bouhy, Saint Pélérin saw his remains dispersed between the Abbey of Saint-Denis, Prague, and Auxerre over the ce…
Frequently asked questions
When is Saint Peregrine's feast day?
The feast of Peregrine is celebrated on May 1st, in memory of Saint Peregrinus.
How many saints are named Peregrine?
3 saints and blesseds bear the name Peregrine, including Saint Peregrinus, Saint Peregrine and Evangelist and Peregrine.
Who is the most famous saint named Peregrine?
The most famous saint named Peregrine is Saint Peregrinus.