St. Aedan - 550AD to 632AD

St. Aedan is the patron saint of Ferns, Ireland. He was the son of a tribal chief and was taken hostage as a boy by the High King of Ireland. He was allowed to study under St. David at Saint Finnian School in Wales. He returned to his homeland of Ireland in 580.

St. Aedan - First Bishop of Ferns

St. Aedan was named the first bishop of the Diocese of Ferns and the head of the Leinster bishops. He received the title of Chief Bishop. St. Aedan, also known as Mogue by the congregation, established thirty churches and many monasteries. One of these monasteries was located at his birthplace of the Island of Inis Breachmhaigh. He died on January 31, 632 and his relics are still kept in Dublin.

St. Aedan's Name Lives On

The name of St. Aedan lives on today. His name is a very popular modern Irish name, especially in the area of Ireland where he lived. His name has many modern day derivatives and many newborns around the world carry his name.

The St. Aedan medal is a very popular gift for babies named with one of the derivatives of St. Aedan. Giving a St. Aedan pendant as a Baptism gift or Confirmation gift is perfect for a baby or young man named in his honor. The name Aedan is also used as a last name for both men and women, so a St. Aedan necklace is a wonderful gift for someone with that last name.

Various forms of St. Aedan's Name

The following are many of the forms of St. Aedan's name. If you know anyone with any of these names, a St. Aedan medal would be an ideal gift for them.

* Aidan
* Adan
* Aydan
* Aeryn
* Aeron
* Aden
* Adon
* Adin
* Aed
* Aeson
* Eidan
* Edan
* Aydin
* Ayden
* Aidyn
* Aiden
* Aidano
* Auden
* Dean
* Aitan
* Idan
* Kadan
* Ledon