Name Day List: September - Italy

Explore the Italian tradition of 'onomastico' – name days – for September. This calendar details which names are celebrated on each day, offering a glimpse into Italian culture and naming customs.

Italian September Celebrations

September in Italy is a month filled with 'feste di onomastico,' or name day celebrations, honoring a variety of figures. The calendar spans the entire month, assigning a specific name or names to each day. Many of these names have ancient roots, often stemming from Latin or Greek origins. The list demonstrates a blend of male and female names, though male names appear more frequently. Interestingly, some days recognize multiple names, suggesting a broader range of associated saints or historical figures. This tradition provides a unique way to acknowledge and celebrate individuals sharing a particular name. Observing these name days is a cherished part of Italian culture, offering a personal touch to the calendar.

Country	Day	Month	Names
Italy	1	September	Egidio
Italy	2	September	Elpidio
Italy	3	September	Gregorio I Magno
Italy	4	September	Rosalia
Italy	5	September	Vittorino di Amiterno
Italy	6	September	Eleuterio
Italy	7	September	Regina
Italy	8	September	Adriano
Italy	9	September	Pietro Claver
Italy	10	September	Pulcheria
Italy	11	September	Giacinto
Italy	12	September	Valeriano
Italy	13	September	Giovanni Crisostomo
Italy	14	September	Crescenzio
Italy	15	September	Orlando
Italy	16	September	B. Cornelio Borghesi
Italy	17	September	Roberto Bellarmino
Italy	18	September	Eustorgio
Italy	19	September	Gennaro
Italy	20	September	Eustachio
Italy	21	September	Matteo
Italy	22	September	Maurizio
Italy	23	September	Lino, Pio da Pietralcina
Italy	24	September	Pacifico
Italy	25	September	Aurelia
Italy	26	September	Cosma, Damiano
Italy	27	September	Vincenzo de' Paoli
Italy	28	September	Venceslao
Italy	29	September	Gabriele, Michele, Raffaele
Italy	30	September	Girolamo