Name Day List: December - Italy

Explore the Italian tradition of Name Days in December, a calendar celebrating saints and religious figures. Discover the name associated with each date and delve into their historical significance.

Italian December Celebrations

Italian Name Days in December are a delightful cultural practice, assigning a saint’s day to each date. The month features a consistent stream of celebrations, with a name dedicated to almost every day. The prevalence of religious figures highlights the deep-rooted influence of faith in Italian naming conventions. While many names are traditional, the list also includes figures like Francesca Cabrini, representing more recent saintly recognition. The calendar offers a unique way to personalize celebrations and honor loved ones. Interestingly, the month concludes with Silvestro I, a name often associated with New Year’s festivities. This tradition adds a special layer of meaning to December in Italy.

Country	Day	Month	Names
Italy	1	December	Eligio
Italy	2	December	Bibiana
Italy	3	December	B. Francesco Saverio Seelos
Italy	4	December	Giovanni Damasceno
Italy	5	December	Giulio
Italy	6	December	Nicola
Italy	7	December	Ambrogio
Italy	8	December	Eutichiano
Italy	9	December	Siro
Italy	10	December	Gregorio III
Italy	11	December	Damaso I
Italy	12	December	Giovanna Francesca di Chantal
Italy	13	December	Lucia
Italy	14	December	Giovanni della Croce
Italy	15	December	Valeriano
Italy	16	December	Adelaide
Italy	17	December	Lazzaro
Italy	18	December	Graziano
Italy	19	December	Fausta
Italy	20	December	Macario
Italy	21	December	Pietro Canisio
Italy	22	December	Francesca Cabrini
Italy	23	December	Giovanni da Kety
Italy	24	December	Delfino
Italy	25	December	Claudia
Italy	26	December	Stefano
Italy	27	December	Giovanni
Italy	28	December	Santi Innocenti
Italy	29	December	Tommaso Becket
Italy	30	December	Eugenio
Italy	31	December	Silvestro I