St. Nicholas of Myra was a 3rd-4th century Bishop in a Greek colony in Asia Minor (now Turkey) who was noted for his generosity to the poor and some spectacular miracles. See the link below for more information. Santa Claus grew up from the legends surrounding St. Nicholas who not only generously gave gifts, but even raised three young boys to life.
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At the time of Saint Nicholas of Myra people did not have last names. If he had addtional names we are not aware of them.
Saint Nicholas of Myra was of Greek origin.
Saint Nicholas was the Bishop of Myra in Turkey,
No. Saint Nicholas is a Christian festival.
The title of Saint Nicholas of Myra was 'Bishop."
Saint Nicholas of Myra was a Catholic bishop.
St. Nicholas is not the patron saint of Turkey. He is the patron saint of Russia and Greece.
Nicholas of Myra is the patron saint of Greece and Russia.
St. Nicholas of Myra is the patron saint of Greece and Russia.
We must assume that Saint Nicholas of Myra is currently in Heaven.
Pope St. Nicholas I is not a patron saint.