Anatolia

Other days it is celebrated

Saints named Anatolia

• AGreat Martyr AnatoliaFebruary 26A martyr of the family of Saint Photini the Samaritan woman, commemorated with her.
• Martyr AnatoliaJuly 10A virgin martyr of Italy, put to death for Christ around 251.
• ARMartyr Anatolia of RomeMarch 20A martyr of Rome, put to death for her faith in Christ.

Questions

I.When is the name day of Anatolia?

The name day of Anatolia is February 26, the feast of Great Martyr Anatolia. It is also kept on July 10, March 20.

II.Which saints bore the name Anatolia?

The Sinaxarion archive holds 3 saints named Anatolia, with their lives and icons.

III.Is Anatolia a good baptismal name?

Yes. Anatolia is the name of a saint of the Orthodox Church, so the child will have Great Martyr Anatolia as patron.