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[Facts] Letteria
I have heard this name on women in Sicily a few times. I think it's a Marian name, but I'm not sure what it means exactly.Does anyone know what Letteria means?
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You're right. The name Letteria / Letterio comes from of St. Mary of the Letter (Madonna della Lettera), the patron saint of Messina. According to tradition, she blessed the Messina ambassadors to Palestine, entrusting them with a letter of protection for all of the city. Name Day is June 3rd.Sources:
http://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Letteria
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Thank you!
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