There have been no popes named Kenneth.
The name that connects three Scottish kings and eight popes is "Kenneth." Specifically, it refers to Kenneth I of Scotland (also known as Kenneth MacAlpin) and two other kings named Kenneth in Scottish history. Additionally, several popes, such as Pope Kenneth I through Pope Kenneth VIII, share this name, highlighting its historical significance.
There have been 13 popes named Leo.
There have been 6 popes named Sixtus.
There have been no popes named Jude.
There have been 13 popes named Innocent.
There have been 8 popes called Urban.
There have been 16 popes named Gregory. Gregory XVI reigned from 1831 to 1846.
There have been 15 popes named Benedict. Benedict X does not count as he was an antipope.
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There have been 6 popes who chose the name of Paul.
The majority of lists of popes show Pope Francis as pope number 266.
There have been six popes named Adrian and six popes named Paul.