From St. Peter to Pope Francis, the history of the papacy in the Catholic Church spans more than two thousand years. The pope is considered the successor of St. Peter, the first bi ...

Whether it is Francis II, Leo XIV, or a never-before-used name, a new pope's chosen name sends an early signal about his ...

From Pius to Clement, Hilarius to Simplicius, papal names through the centuries are inextricably linked to the brilliant or wretched legacies of the men who have ruled the Vatican.

Tradition, reform, or something entirely new? The new pope’s choice of name will speak volumes before he says a word.

Let’s take a look back at history and explore the complete list of popes throughout the Church’s nearly 2,000-year history.

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