Orontius of Lecce was a first-century Christian bishop and martyr from Rudiae. According to historical legend, he was the son of a Roman treasurer and was converted to Christianity by Justus, a follower of Saint Paul. After being confirmed as the first bishop of Lecce, he and his companion Fortunatus returned to the region to preach. Following their refusal to renounce their faith to Roman authorities, they were eventually executed with an axe near Lecce in 68 AD.