Galina

Other days it is celebrated

Saints named Galina

• Martyr Galina of CorinthJuly 1Martyr of Corinth, killed about 258.
• GRighteous GalinaFebruary 10Saint from the Life of St Haralambos, said to be a daughter of Emperor Septimius Severus; her historicity is doubted.

Questions

I.When is the name day of Galina?

The name day of Galina is July 1, the feast of Martyr Galina of Corinth. It is also kept on February 10.

II.Which saints bore the name Galina?

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

III.Is Galina a good baptismal name?

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