📖 About Anacletus
Anacletus is an ancient Greek name meaning "called back" or "invoked," best known as the name of the third pope of the early Christian Church (approx. 76–88 AD). It reflects the deep Hellenistic roots of early Christianity and has been preserved mainly in Catholic tradition.
📍 Details
- OriginGreek
- Gender♂ Male
- MeaningCalled back, invoked
- Name DayApril 26
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⭐ Famous People
- Pope Anacletus (Cletus) — The third Bishop of Rome and early Christian martyr, traditionally recognised as pope from approximately 76 to 88 AD. Venerated as a saint in the Catholic Church with feast day on April 26.
- Antipope Anacletus II — Pietro Pierleoni, known as Anacletus II, served as antipope from 1130 to 1138 in opposition to Pope Innocent II, causing one of the medieval Church's most significant schisms.
- Anacleto González Flores — Mexican Catholic martyr and leader of the Cristero War, beatified by Pope John Paul II in 1992 and canonised by Pope Francis in 2016.