First name and chronology

Xavier

4 saints and blesseds bear the name Xavier, between 1506 and 1925; the most famous is Saint Francis Xavier, celebrated on December 3rd.

Chronology of the name Xavier

Dated figures are ordered from earliest to latest.

  1. 1506-1600Saint Francis Xavier (Apostle of the Indies)Born in Navarre and educated in Paris, Francis Xavier became one of the first companions of Ignatius of Loyola. Sent as …
  2. 1812-1867Francis Xavier SeelosA Redemptorist priest and missionary of Bavarian origin, Blessed Francis Xavier Seelos dedicated his life to evangelizat…
  3. 1833-1898Simpliciano MarescaSimpliciano Maresca (1827-1898), in religion Simplicien of the Nativity, was an Italian Franciscan priest and founder of…
  4. 1860-1925Francesco Saverio ToppiFrancesco Saverio Toppi (1925-2007) was an Italian Capuchin priest and Prelate Archbishop of Pompeii, recognized for his…

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Frequently asked questions

When is Saint Xavier's feast day?

The feast of Xavier is celebrated on December 3rd, in memory of Saint Francis Xavier.

How many saints are named Xavier?

4 saints and blesseds bear the name Xavier, including Saint Francis Xavier, Francis Xavier Seelos, Francesco Saverio Toppi and Simpliciano Maresca.

Who is the most famous saint named Xavier?

The most famous saint named Xavier is Saint Francis Xavier (16th century).