This article contains a full list of the saints canonized in the 21st century (2001–2100) These saints have received recognition as saint (through canonization) by the following popes of the Roman Catholic Church:
- Pope John Paul II (1978–2005)
- Pope Benedict XVI (2005–2013)
- Pope Francis (2013–2025)
- Pope Leo XIV (2025–present)
Canonized by Pope John Paul II
The following are saints canonized by Pope John Paul II from 2001–2005:
Canonized by Pope Benedict XVI
The following are saints canonized by Pope Benedict XVI from 2005–2013:
Canonized by Pope Francis
The following are saints canonized by Pope Francis from 2013–2025:
Canonized by Pope Leo XIV
The following are saints canonized by Pope Leo XIV from 2025–present:
| Saint | Date of Canonization | Place of Canonization |
|---|---|---|
| Carlo Acutis[27] | 7 September 2025 | Saint Peter's Square, Vatican City |
| Pier Giorgio Frassati[28] | 7 September 2025 | Saint Peter's Square, Vatican City |
| Maria Troncatti | 19 October 2025 | Saint Peter's Square, Vatican City |
| Vincenza Maria Poloni | 19 October 2025 | Saint Peter's Square, Vatican City |
| Bartolo Longo | 19 October 2025 | Saint Peter's Square, Vatican City |
| José Gregorio Hernández | 19 October 2025 | Saint Peter's Square, Vatican City |
| Carmen Elena Rendiles Martínez | 19 October 2025 | Saint Peter's Square, Vatican City |
| Ignatius Maloyan | 19 October 2025 | Saint Peter's Square, Vatican City |
| Peter To Rot | 19 October 2025 | Saint Peter's Square, Vatican City |
Upcoming canonizations
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