How are popes named?

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∙ 10y ago

Updated: 8/19/2023

The newly elected pope chooses what name he wishes to be known by during his reign. He does not have to choose a new name. He is free to use is Baptismal name.

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How many popes named Kenneth?

There have been no popes named Kenneth.

How many popes named Leo?

There have been 13 popes named Leo.

How many popes named Sixtus?

There have been 6 popes named Sixtus.

What name was shared by only six popes?

There have been six popes named Adrian and six popes named Paul.

How many popes have been called Pope Innocent?

There have been 13 popes named Innocent.

Are there popes that are not named?

No, the Church has had 266 popes (as of 2013) and all have had names.

How many popes have the name Jude?

There have been no popes named Jude.

How many popes named Gregory have there been?

There have been 16 popes named Gregory. Gregory XVI reigned from 1831 to 1846.

How many popes were named Pope Benedict?

There have been 15 popes named Benedict. Benedict X does not count as he was an antipope.

How many popes named Urban?

There have been 8 popes called Urban.

What was the name taken by 13 popes?

Most popes wore name John , but to appropriately answer ur question... These 2 names were used 13 times: InnocentandLeo{| ! style="text-align: left" ||! style="text-align: left" ||}

How many popes called Paul have there been?

There have been 6 popes who chose the name of Paul.

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