Drosida

Other days it is celebrated

Saints named Drosida

• DMartyr DrosidaJuly 28A martyr commemorated in the calendar of the Orthodox Church, put to death for her faith in Christ.
• DRMartyr Drosida of RomeMarch 22A martyr of Rome, put to death for her faith in Christ.

Questions

I.When is the name day of Drosida?

The name day of Drosida is July 28, the feast of Martyr Drosida. It is also kept on March 22.

II.Which saints bore the name Drosida?

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

III.Is Drosida a good baptismal name?

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