List of Christian women of the early church

This list of Christian women of the early church highlights female individuals who played important roles in shaping early Christianity as leaders, teachers, prophets, and contributors to its growth.

Spanning from the late first century to the sixth century, this period saw women actively involved in theological debates, social leadership within house churches, and spiritual practices such as preaching, prophesying, and martyrdom.

Titles such as deacon, martyr, empress, or Desert Mother indicate their societal and ecclesiastical significance.

The "Description and Legacy" section outlines each individual's impact, drawing on historical, literary, and archaeological evidence, with a focus on minimizing reliance on hagiographic accounts.

Reliable secondary sources or related articles support the information presented.