Historical FigureIrish600 – 680
Cataldo of Taranto
Christian missionary, patron saint of Taranto
Biography
A 7th-century Christian saint and missionary credited with evangelizing southern Italy and Sicily, particularly the Taranto region. He is venerated as a patron saint and his legacy influenced religious life in the Mediterranean.
Quick Facts
Category
Historical Figure
Nationality
Irish
Born
600
Died
680
Thinking about the name
Cataldo
Germanic origin
“An Italian masculine name derived from Germanic roots, Cataldo combines classical form with warm European tradition. The name has strong Old World character and ecclesiastical heritage through Italian saints.”