The nineteenth century Saint Maria Crocifissa di Rosa is perhaps the most famous bearer of this name. However, she was born Paolina Francesca di Rosa and didn't adopt 'Crocifissa', meaning crucified, into her name until later in life when she founded the religious congregation the Handmaids of Charity.Crocifissa is not a commonly given name in Italy or anywhere else. Due to its meaning and connotations I'd encourage anyone thinking of using the name on a child today to think carefully.
Crocifissa is not a commonly given name in Italy or anywhere else. Due to its meaning and connotations I'd encourage anyone thinking of using the name on a child today to think carefully.