From ancient times, the Church has required baptismal names which have a Christian significance. Most are saints' names, but others are variants on titles and feasts of the Blessed Virgin, for example.

The great number of martyrs, confessors, and holy persons presents a bewildering selection to any new parent. This little booklet helps you sort through these choices by presenting over 3,000 names for boys and girls including the saint whose name the variant (if applicable) is derived from and the feast day of the saint - so you know when to celebrate your child's name day, a Catholic custom that previously was more important than one's birthday! Includes an extensive list of Patron Saints.

47pp, softcover.