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July isn’t only about relaxation. Throughout the month, dozens of old or lesser-known names are celebrated. From Amandine to Nathalie, and Thibaut to Henri, discover the names honored each day.
July, in the heart of summer, is also marked by the Christian feast day calendar. Each day, one or more saints’ names are celebrated, paying tribute to significant figures in Catholic tradition. Some names date back centuries, while others shone in specific eras before fading into obscurity. This tradition often provides a moment to remember loved ones and wish them well on their special day. For expectant parents, it’s also a great source of inspiration, especially if they are expecting a summer baby. Here are all the names to celebrate from July 1st to 31st, complete with their origins and stories.
July 1st: Saint Thierry
On July 1st, we celebrate Saint Thierry. The name Thierry originates from the Germanic name Theudric, with theud- meaning “people” and ric translating to “powerful.” Thus, Thierry means “ruler of the people” or “the people’s master.” It refers to Saint Thierry (or Thierry of Mont d’Or), a Christian who founded a religious community in the 6th century, the Mont d’Hor monastery. After becoming its first abbot, Saint Thierry was joined by his father, who also became an abbot.
Other names celebrated on July 1st include Derek, Derick, Dietrich, Dirk, Esther, Servan, Servane.
July 2nd: Saint Martinian
On July 2nd, we celebrate Saint Martinian. The name Martinian comes from the Latin martius, meaning “warrior.” It refers to Saint Martinian, a martyr in the 1st century. This day also honors the names Colomban, Colombane, and Liberat.
July 3rd: Saint Thomas
On July 3rd, we celebrate Saint Thomas, along with variations Tomaso, Tom, Tommy, Thomase, Thomasine. The name Thomas derives from the Aramaic word toma, meaning “twin.” It refers to Saint Thomas, one of the 12 apostles of Jesus, known for doubting Christ’s resurrection. Saint Thomas is the patron saint of masons and architects. The name Heliodore is also celebrated on this date.
July 4th: Saint Bertha
On July 4th, we celebrate Saint Bertha and its variations Berte, Bertha, Berthéa, Bertheline, Bertile, Bertilie, and Bertil. Bertha is derived from the Germanic name Berhta, meaning “bright.” It refers to Saint Bertha, abbess of Blangy in the 8th century. Other names honored on July 4th include Florent, Laurian.
July 5th: Saint Antoine-Marie
On July 5th, we celebrate Saint Antoine-Marie. It refers to Saint Antoine-Marie Zaccaria, founder of the Congregation of the Barnabites in the 16th century. Also celebrated on July 5th are the names Zoé and Zoélie.
July 6th: Saint Nolwen
On July 6th, we celebrate Saint Nolwen, along with its variants Nolwenn and Nolwenne. Nolwen is a Breton name meaning “white.” It refers to Saint Nolwen, a woman from Cornwall who settled in Brittany to live as a hermit, where she reportedly performed many miracles.
Other names celebrated on July 6th include Marietta, Mariette, Isaiah, Isaiah.
July 7th: Saint Raoul
On July 7th, we celebrate Saint Raoul. The name Raoul comes from the Germanic name Radwulf, which can be translated as “cunning wolf.” It refers to Saint Raoul, a Catholic who was hanged for attending Mass without authorization during the English Inquisition in the 16th century. Other names celebrated on July 7th include Ralph.
July 8th: Saint Thibaut
On July 8th, we celebrate Saint Thibaut, along with its variants Théobald, Thibaud, Thibault, Thiébaud, and Théobaldine. Thibaut is a male name of Germanic origin, meaning “bold people.” It refers to Saint Thibaut, a contemporary of Saint Louis who lived in the 13th century. Born into the renowned and noble Montmorency family, he became a Cistercian monk before joining the abbey of Vaux-en-Cernay, located in Yvelines. In 1235, he was appointed abbot and distinguished himself by his simplicity, modesty, and participation in common tasks.
Other names celebrated on July 8th include Aquila, Edgar, Edgard, Killian, Kaylan.
July 9th: Saint Amandine
On July 9th, we celebrate Saint Amandine and its variations Amanda and Mandy. Amandine is a diminutive of Amanda, which originates from the Latin verb amare, meaning “to love,” thus “the little loving one.” It refers to Saint Amandine, a Belgian Franciscan murdered in China in 1900. The impoverished Chinese she helped called her “the always smiling virgin.” She was a victim of a massacre along with eight of her companions during the terrible Boxer Rebellion in 1900.
Other names celebrated on July 9th include Hermeline, Hermine, Edna, Irma, Andrée, Andréa.
July 10th: Saint Ulric
On July 10th, we celebrate Saint Ulric and its variants Ulrich, Ulrick, Olric, Olrik, Ulla, and Ulrika. The name Ulric is of Germanic origin and means “wolf king.” It refers to Saint Ulric, a Benedictine founder of the monastery of Rüggisberg in Switzerland at de Zell, in the Black Forest. Other names celebrated on July 10th include Many, Numa.
July 11th: Saint Benedict
On July 11th, we celebrate Saint Benedict and its variants Benoîte, Bénito, Bénita, Benedetto, Benedetta. The ancient form of Benedict is related to the Latin verb benedicere, meaning “to praise God.” Benedict thus means “well said, well named,” otherwise known as “blessed, protected by God.” It refers to Saint Benedict, author of the most significant monastic rule. He was dubbed “the father of Western monasticism” and also founded the Benedictine order.
Other names celebrated on July 11th include Olga, Pia, Pio.
July 12th: Saint Oliver
On July 12th, we celebrate Saint Oliver and its variants Oliver, Olivia, Olive. The name Oliver is likely inspired by the olive tree. It refers to Saint Oliver, Archbishop of Armagh (Ireland) in the 17th century. Other names celebrated on July 12th include Jason, Jay, Zélie, Zélia.
July 13th: Saint Henri
On July 13th, we celebrate Saint Henri and its variants Enric, Henric, Henrio, Henriot, Enrico, Henrique, Henriette. The Germanic terms heim and ric that make up the name Henri mean “home” and “king.” It refers to Saint Henri, Emperor of Germany who strengthened the Church’s influence on society and founded the bishopric of Bamberg.
Other names celebrated on July 13th include Joel, Joëlle, Clélia, Chloé, Clio, Cléa.
July 14th: Saint Camille
On July 14th, we celebrate Saint Camille and its variants Camilia, Camilla, Kamila, Milla, Camillo, Camilio, Camilo, Kamil. The unisex name Camille comes from the Latin term camillus, meaning “altar server.” It can be compared to an altar boy assisting the Roman priest during rituals. It refers to Saint Camille de Lellis who devoted his life to the sick and those with the plague. He is the patron saint of nurses.
July 15th: Saint Donald
On July 15th, we celebrate Saint Donald, and its variants Don, Donella, Donnie, and Donna. The name Donald comes from the Latin “donatus,” meaning “given.” It refers to Saint Donald, a Scottish abbot who decided to found a monastery when his nine daughters chose to become nuns. The name Bonaventure is also celebrated on this day.
July 16th: Saint Carmen
On July 16th, we celebrate Saint Carmen or Carmel. In Latin, “carmen” literally means “song.” In Spanish, the same term refers to the Virgin Mary. It refers to Our Lady of Mount Carmel, a mountainous region in Israel overlooking the Mediterranean. In the 13th century, it was the site of an apparition of the Virgin Mary. Other names celebrated on July 16th include Elvire, Elvira.
July 17th: Saint Charlotte
On July 17th, we celebrate Saint Charlotte. The name Charlotte comes from the Germanic root karl, meaning “strong” or “virile.” It refers to Saint Charlotte, a Carmelite from Compiègne who was guillotined in 1794 at the age of 80, during the Reign of Terror. Saint Charlotte was a painter and nurse within the convent from which she was expelled in 1792 along with twenty other nuns.
Other names celebrated on July 17th include Caroline, Carole, Carla.
July 18th: Saint Frederick
On July 18th, we celebrate Saint Frederick, and its variants Federico, Freddy, Friedrich, and Fritz, Féodor, Federica, Frédérica, Frédérique, Frida, and Frieda. The name Frederick, of Germanic origin, means “peaceful ruler.” It refers to Saint Frederick, Bishop of Utrecht in the 9th century. Appointed by King Louis the Pious, son and successor of Charlemagne, he participated in the Council of Mainz in 829 and contributed to the evangelization of Frisia (a region in the north of the current Netherlands).
Other names celebrated on July 18th include Arnoul, Arnould, Arnoult.
July 19th: Saint Arsenius
On July 19th, we celebrate Saint Arsenius. The Greek adjective arsenios, from which the name Arsenius is derived, means “male.” It refers to Saint Arsenius, a Christian who retreated to the desert of Scetis (Egypt) in the middle of the 5th century. Other names celebrated on July 19th include Aura, Aure, Aurianne.
July 20th: Saint Margaret
On July 20th, we celebrate Saint Margaret. The name Margaret can be linked to the Latin Margarita or the Greek Margaritès. Both terms mean “pearl” or “purity.” It refers to Saint Margaret, Queen of Scotland in the 11th century. She was known for her extensive charity work towards the poor and died in 1003 in Edinburgh.
Other names celebrated on July 20th include Daisy, Magali, Marjorie, Megan, Elie, Elia, Eliane, Elias, Eliott, Elliot, Elyette.
July 21st: Saint Victor
On July 21st, we celebrate Saint Victor. The name Victor is derived from the Latin verb vincere, which means “to conquer.” It refers to Saint Victor, an officer who died a martyr for refusing to betray Christ. This day also honors the name Hector.
July 22nd: Saint Madeleine
On July 22nd, we celebrate Saint Madeleine, and its derivatives Madeline, Magda, Mado. The name Madeleine comes from “mygdal,” which means “tower” in Hebrew. It refers to Mary Magdalene, a disciple of Jesus. She is mentioned in the canonical gospels and was named after the town she was from: Magdala. The names Marlène and Wanda are also celebrated on July 22nd.
July 23rd: Saint Brigitte
On July 23rd, we celebrate Saint Brigitte. It refers to Saint Brigitte of Sweden, one of the patron saints of Europe. She had eight children, including Catherine of Sweden. Saint Brigitte dedicated her life to the Church after her husband’s death. She moved to Rome in 1349 and chose to lead a simple life. She founded the order of the Brigittines and made a pilgrimage to Palestine. On this date, we also celebrate the Apollinaire.
July 24th: Saint Christine
On July 24th, we celebrate Saint Christine and its variants Christelle, Christina, Cristal, Christie, Kristen. In Latin, Christina means “messiah.” In Greek, it comes from the word kristos, which means “sacred.” It refers to Saint Christine, a Flemish woman who is said to have performed numerous miracles, such as levitating during her funeral mass. The name Ségolène is also linked to this date.
July 25th: Saint James
On July 25th, we celebrate Saint James and its variants Jacquotte, Tiago, Giacomo, Jamie, James. The name James comes from the Hebrew Ya’aqov, inspired by the term ‘aqev, which means “heel.” It can be interpreted in the sense of “supplanter.” It refers to Saint James the Greater, one of the twelve apostles. Other names celebrated on July 25th include Olympe, Valentine.
July 26th: Saint Anne
On July 26th, we celebrate Saint Anne and its variants Anna, Annabelle, Ana, Anita, Anouck, Annaé, Anaïs, Anouchka, Anaïg, Hannah. Anne is derived from the Hebrew name Hannah, which means “grace.” It refers to Saint Anne, the mother of the Virgin Mary and grandmother of Jesus. She is the patron saint of carpenters and all of Brittany. Some historians believe it to be a confusion with the Celtic goddess Ana, who is considered the mother of all gods and the goddess of love and fertility.
Other names celebrated on July 26th include Joachim.
July 27th: Saint Nathalie
On July 27th, we celebrate Saint Nathalie and its variants Natalia, Thalie, Thalia. The name Nathalie comes from the Latin natalis, meaning “natal,” and natale domini, “day of the birth,” which refers to the birth of Jesus. It refers to Saint Nathalie, a martyr in Cordoba in the 9th century, who died alongside her husband and the monk who had hidden them.
July 28th: Saint Samson
On July 28th, we celebrate Saint Samson. The name Samson comes from the Hebrew simsôn, which means “sun.” It refers to Saint Samson, a biblical figure considered a hero of Herculean strength thanks to his long hair. Other names celebrated on July 28th include Nazaire.
July 29th: Saint Martha
On July 29th, we celebrate Saint Martha and Martha. The name Martha is a derivative of the Latin name Marta, which means “lady.” It refers to Saint Martha, a disciple of Christ and sister of Lazarus. Other names celebrated on July 29th include Lazarus.
July 30th: Saint Juliette
On July 30th, we celebrate Saint Juliette and Julia. Juliette is derived from Iulius, the family of Iule, a legendary prince of Troy. It refers to Saint Juliette, a martyr in the 4th century. This Christian refused to offer incense to idols and was burned alive. Other names celebrated on July 30th include Maxima, Maximinia, Donatella.
July 31st: Saint Ignace
On July 31st, we celebrate Saint Ignace. The ancient name is formed from the element ign-. This is likely derived from the Latin term ignis, which means “fire.” It refers to Saint Ignace of Loyola, the founder
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