Name Day List: January - Bulgaria

Explore the Bulgarian tradition of Name Days with this comprehensive January calendar. Discover which names are celebrated on each date and delve into the cultural significance of this cherished custom.

January Celebrations in Bulgaria

January in Bulgaria is marked by a vibrant tradition of Name Days, a custom deeply rooted in the country’s cultural identity. The month begins with celebrations for names like Vasil and Vesela, setting a festive tone. A noticeable pattern is the grouping of names on specific dates, particularly on January 6th, which includes a diverse selection. Names with Slavic origins are prominent, alongside those with Greek or Latin influences, showcasing a historical blend. The repetition of certain names, such as Bogomil, across different dates highlights their continued relevance. The calendar offers a fascinating insight into the evolution of naming practices in Bulgaria. Overall, the January Name Day list is a testament to the country’s rich history and enduring traditions.

Country	Day	Month	Names
Bulgaria	1	January	Vasil, Vasilena, Vesela, Veselin, Veselina
Bulgaria	2	January	Ognian, Ogniana, Plamen, Plamena, Serafim, Silva, Silvia, Silviya, Silvana
Bulgaria	4	January	Tihomir
Bulgaria	6	January	Bogomil, Bogdan, Bogdana, Bozhidar, Bozhidara, Borislav, Borislava, Jordan, Yordan, Yordanka, Nayden, Teodosii
Bulgaria	7	January	Ivan, Ivaylo, Ivanka, Vanio, Vania, Encho, Enio, Zhan, Zhana, Ivayla, Ivelin, Ivelina, Ivet, Ivo, Yoan, Ioan, Ioana, Yonka, Yonko, Yoncho, Yoto, Kaloyan, Kaloian
Bulgaria	11	January	Bogdan, Bogdana, Bogomil, Bogomila, Teodosii
Bulgaria	12	January	Tanya, Tatyana, Tatiana
Bulgaria	14	January	Nina, Adam, Kalcho
Bulgaria	17	January	Andon, Anton, Antonia, Dona, Doncho, Donka
Bulgaria	18	January	Atanas, Atanaska, Nasko, Tanyu, Tinka, Jivko, Zhivko, Zhivka, Traian
Bulgaria	19	January	Silvia
Bulgaria	20	January	Eftim, Efimir, Evtim, Evtimiya, Evtimia, Momchil
Bulgaria	21	January	Valeri, Valeria, Maksim
Bulgaria	24	January	Ksenia, Kseniya
Bulgaria	25	January	Grigor, Grigorena
Bulgaria	26	January	Zhivka, Zhvko, Zoia