Marciana

Other days it is celebrated

Saints named Marciana

• MMartyr MarcianaMay 24
• Martyr Marciana of MauretaniaJanuary 9A virgin of Mauretania who suffered for Christ around 303.
• MTMartyr Marciana of ToledoJuly 12A virgin slain for Christ at Toledo in Hispania around 303.

Questions

I.When is the name day of Marciana?

The name day of Marciana is May 24, the feast of Martyr Marciana. It is also kept on January 9, July 12.

II.Which saints bore the name Marciana?

The Sinaxarion archive holds 3 saints named Marciana, with their lives and icons.

III.Is Marciana a good baptismal name?

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