Saint-Germain facts for kids

Saint-Germain, Saint Germain, or Saint Germaine is a name that can mean many different things. It is often used for places, people, or even things in books and movies. This is because "Saint-Germain" is a common name, especially in French-speaking areas. It often refers to a saint named Germain, or places named after him.

Places

Many places around the world are named Saint-Germain. These names often come from historical figures or local traditions.

• France: There are many towns and villages in France called Saint-Germain. You can find a long list of them.
• Canada: In Quebec, Canada, you can find a place called Saint-Germain, Quebec. There is also a Saint-Germain River nearby.
• United States: In Wisconsin, U.S., there is a place called St. Germain, Wisconsin. There is also a community within that area called St. Germain (community), Wisconsin.

People

Many people, both real and fictional, have "Saint-Germain" as part of their name.

Real People

• Antoine-Louis Decrest de Saint-Germain (1761–1835): He was a French general.
• Christopher St. Germain (1460–1540): An English writer who wrote about laws.
• Claude Louis, Comte de Saint-Germain (1707–1778): Another French general.
• Count of St. Germain (c. 1691 or 1712 – 1784): This was a very mysterious European adventurer and scientist. People said he had special powers and lived for a very long time.
  • St. Germain (Theosophy): Some spiritual groups believe the Count of St. Germain was a special spiritual teacher.
• Fernand St. Germain (1928–2014): An American politician who helped make laws.
• Germain of Paris (496–576): He was a bishop and is known as a saint.
• Germaine Cousin (1579–1601): A French girl who became a saint.
• Germanus of Auxerre (c. 378–448): Also a bishop and saint, sometimes called Saint Germain l'Auxerrois.
• Gerry St. Germain (born 1937): A Canadian politician.
• Laurence St. Germain (born 1994): A Canadian ski racer.
• Ludovic Navarre (born 1969): A French musician known as St Germain.
• Tabitha St. Germain (active from 1985): A Canadian actress who uses her voice for many cartoon characters.

Fictional Characters

"Saint-Germain" also appears in many stories and games.

• Count of St. Germain: A character in The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel book series.
• Count Saint-Germain: A character in novels written by Chelsea Quinn Yarbro.
• Maya St. Germain: A character in the Pretty Little Liars book series.
• Saint-Germain: A character in the Japanese anime series Symphogear.

Arts and Entertainment

Besides characters, the name "Saint-Germain" is used in other parts of arts and entertainment.

• Saint Germaine (comics): A comic book series created by Gary Reed.
• St Germain (album): An album by the French musician Ludovic Navarre, who uses the name St Germain. It was released in 2015.
• St. Germaine mystery book series: A series of mystery books written by classical musician Mark Schweizer.

Other Uses

The name "Saint-Germain" can also refer to other things.

• Ships: Several French ships have been named MV Saint Germain.
• Saint Germain Bakery: A popular bakery chain in Canada.
• Saint Germain Foundation: A religious group in the United States.
• Saint Germain HC: A hockey club in France.
• St-Germain (liqueur): A sweet drink made from elderflowers.
• St. Germain High School: A school located in Bangalore, India.

See also

In Spanish: Saint-Germain para niños

• All pages with titles containing "St Germain"
• All pages with titles containing "St Germaine"
• All pages with titles containing "Saint Germain"
• All pages with titles containing "Saint Germaine"
• All pages with titles containing "Sainte Germaine"
• Germanus (disambiguation)
• Germain (disambiguation)
• Paris Saint-Germain F.C., a famous French football (soccer) club.