Glaphyra

Saints named Glaphyra

• GASaint Glaphyra of AmaseaApril 26A saint of Amasea of the 4th century, commemorated in the Orthodox calendar.

Questions

I.When is the name day of Glaphyra?

The name day of Glaphyra is April 26, the feast of Saint Glaphyra of Amasea.

II.Which saints bore the name Glaphyra?

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

III.Is Glaphyra a good baptismal name?

Yes. Glaphyra is the name of a saint of the Orthodox Church, so the child will have Saint Glaphyra of Amasea as patron.