Name day: Who is celebrating today, September 2

On Wednesday, September 2, the Orthodox Church commemorates the martyrdom of Saint Mamas. Born in Paphlagonia in 260 AD to imprisoned Christian parents, Mamas was adopted and raised by a woman named Ammia. He famously endured multiple tortures, including being thrown into the sea and a furnace, before ultimately being killed with a trident for his faith. Today serves as the nameday for those bearing the name Mamas.