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No, Peter is not his name.

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Who is the pope in the Vatican in Saint Peter's Basilica?

In 2014 the current pope is Pope Francis.


Who is your present St. Peter?

Currently, (2015) the pope is Pope Francis who became pope in 2013.


How many pope from first to the last pope?

From St. Peter to Pope Francis I there have been 266 popes.


Where did Pope Francis go to pray after being elected?

Pope Francis held Holy Mass and prayed in St. Peter's Square.


Why is Pope Francis called Pope Francis?

Francis was the name he chose following the election. It was to honor St. Francis of Assisi.


What is the new pope called?

The latest pope (March 2013) is called Pope Francis.


Is Pope Francis the last pope named Peter?

Neither his birth name nor his regnal name is Peter so the answer to your question is 'No.'


How did Pope Francis respond when he became pope?

He asked for prayers from those assembled in Saint Peter's Square.


How many popes have there been including Pope Francis?

Depending upon how you number the previous popes, he would be pope number 266 or 267. Some lists count Pope Stephen II as a pope but he was a priest at the time of his election and had to be ordained as a bishop before he could be a pope. He died about 2 days after election and was never a bishop. Most sources count Francis as number 266.


How many popes have there been since peter?

Including Peter and the current pope, Francis, there have been 266 popes.


What list pope is Pope Francis?

Pope Francis is pope number 266.


How many popes to present date?

From Saint Peter to Pope Francis there have been 266 popes.