Edgar

Saints named Edgar

• Right-Believing Edgar the PeacefulJuly 8King of England from 959 to 975, known for the peace of his realm and support of monastic reform.

Questions

I.When is the name day of Edgar?

The name day of Edgar is July 8, the feast of Right-Believing Edgar the Peaceful.

II.Which saints bore the name Edgar?

The Sinaxarion archive holds 1 saints named Edgar, with their lives and icons.

III.Is Edgar a good baptismal name?

Yes. Edgar is the name of a saint of the Orthodox Church, so the child will have Right-Believing Edgar the Peaceful as patron.