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No it does not. The so called Saints which the Catholic church call certain righteous people, is purely a Catholic tradition. All disciples of Christ are called Saints. The name that you call a child can be any name you choose.
Catholic Answer:If you are a Catholic being confirmed in the Catholic Church you must choose a Saint for your confirmation name. Males must choose a male, females a female. The Church desires this in order that you will have a heavenly patron to aid you in the battle ahead as you move forward in responsibly living and sharing your Faith. The Saints are set before us by the Church that we may imitate them in their devotion and fidelity to God. She, therefore, asks us to choose one we that may particularly wish to emulate in our life and whom we may call upon for special intercession with God in trials and in joys.Minor Correction:
Girls may choose a male saint's name and boys a female name for confirmation if they so choose.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 13y agoUsually it is customary in English-speaking Catholic religions. There is nothing written in the "Rite of Confirmation" (a liturgical book designed as a template for the ceremony), that say you need to choose a patron Saint. In non-English speaking Catholic religions (Spanish or French) the choosing of a Saint's name is usually not done.
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∙ 10y agoWhen you were born your parents chose your name and patron saint. Now that you are a young adult about to be confirmed, you have the opportunity to choose a different patron saint. It should be a saint you admire and would like as a role model.
The Saints are our role models in the faith, so a person picks a particular Saint for his/her patron.
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∙ 12y agoPick the name of a family member that you admire-- a parent, sibling, grandparent, anyone, really, as long as the name is appropriate. This is a nice way to show respect, and to express a desire to have the good characteristics of the person whose name you choose.
Catholic AnswerYou should try to pick a saint that you admire, one on which you would like to pattern your life, or one whose help you would ask for, etc.Wiki User
∙ 12y agoI believe that Catholics are the only Christian sect to pick Confirmation Saint names. While Saints names are preferred, I'm pretty sure Blessed names are allowed. To be sure, I would talk to your priest or religious education teacher, though.
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∙ 11y ago.
Catholic AnswerNo, confirmation imparts a permanent change in a person's very make-up. That change is brought about by God and cannot be undone. Thus confirmation is one of the sacraments which cannot be repeated. At confirmation, the Bishop imparts your confirmation name to you, thus it cannot be changed, as confirmation can neither be changed nor redone.Wiki User
∙ 16y agoYes you do, however you do not have to include this name in legal documents or in your signiture; it is just so you know which saints name you are. Choose carefully!
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∙ 8y agoTraditionally it was expected that candidates should chose the name of one of the Catholic Saints or perhaps a name from the Bible. Whether or not this is required I do not know for sure.
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∙ 12y agoYes, the name you choose should be the name of a saint or a blessed.
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What is a good confirmation name for the name Christie?
Usually, you pick a saint's name to add to your first name in honor of that saint. You could also pick the name of someone who is close to you, something like that. I just did a project on Confirmation
What are some good confirmation names that go with the name sara?
Your confirmation name doesn't have to match your name, just pick a saint who is the patron saint of something you like do or is your hobby. For example, Saint Peter is the patron saint of workers.
Why would someone pick Saint Anne as a confirmation name?
Because she is the Grandmother of God.
Do you have to choose a confirmation name?
Basicly, to pick your Saint name for confirmation, you just have to research on all saints and pick one you 'look up to.' Many people just pick a name that sounds nice... As easy as that sounds, it may not be so easy to write your report. I am receiving confirmation this year, amd I chose Saint Isabel because she was a great person, she always put herself last. So, get researching to find out what your confirmation name is going to be!!!
What is the most common confirmation name?
If you're getting confirmed, pick the name of a saint that is closest to your first name. If there is none, pick one that's closest to your middle name. Eg. my middle name is Marie, so my saint was Maria Goretti
Is Lauren a confirmation name?
I can find no saint named Lauren and your confirmation name should be that of a saint.
What does it mean to have a confirmation name?
To have a confirmation name means to make a separate name, for your religious education, that they may call you by. you can pick whatever saint, angelic name you want. I chose Andrew. St. Andrew
Does your saint count by birthday or name?
Usually your primary patron saint is the saint for whom you are named. Your other patron saint is the saint whose feast day falls on your birthday. You also choose a patron saint when you pick your confirmation name.
Confirmation names for girls?
Any name of a saint or blessed - male or female - may be chosen. Pick the name of a saint or blessed for whom you feel you have a special affinity.
Significance of choosing a confirmation name?
An additional name at confirmation is not strictly required, but it often recommended as a sign that one is entering on a new way of life. The name is often that of some saint the person would like as a patron to whom to pray.
Is blath a good name for your confirmation pronounced blaw?
No! The name chosen for confirmation must be the name of a saint or blessed and Blath is not the name of a saint.
Can I use Saint Kateri Tekawitha for my confirmation name?
A wonderful choice as a patron saint of your confirmation.
