Aristides

Other days it is celebrated

Saints named Aristides

• Martyr Aristides of AthensAugust 31Athenian philosopher turned Christian, author of an Apology in the second century.
• AMartyr AristidesSeptember 13A saint commemorated in the calendars of the Western saints.

Questions

I.When is the name day of Aristides?

The name day of Aristides is August 31, the feast of Martyr Aristides of Athens. It is also kept on September 13.

II.Which saints bore the name Aristides?

The Sinaxarion archive holds 2 saints named Aristides, with their lives and icons.

III.Is Aristides a good baptismal name?

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