Name Day List: December - Spain

This calendar details the name days celebrated in Spain during December, arranged chronologically. Each date features the names traditionally honored, offering insight into Spanish cultural practices. Explore the origins and significance of these names.

Spanish December Celebrations Calendar

The Spanish tradition of name days continues throughout December, with each day dedicated to one or more celebrated names. The month begins with a selection of names including Hugo and Elisa, and continues with a steady stream of recognitions. Religious figures are prominently featured, particularly around December 8th with the celebration of Inmaculada. Several names, like Francisco Javier and Juan Diego, reflect a strong Catholic influence within the naming customs. The latter half of the month brings names like Cristina, Yolanda, and Davíd, showcasing a variety of origins and meanings. The final days of December are marked by celebrations for Esteban, Raúl, and Silvestre, concluding the year with a sense of tradition. This calendar highlights the enduring importance of naming traditions in Spanish culture.

Country	Day	Month	Names
Spain	1	December	Adelaida, Eloy, Hugo
Spain	2	December	Elisa, Elsa
Spain	3	December	Francisco Javier, María del Sol
Spain	4	December	Bárbara
Spain	5	December	Crispina
Spain	6	December	Nicolás
Spain	7	December	Ambrosio
Spain	8	December	Concepción, Inmaculada, Pura
Spain	9	December	Juan Diego
Spain	10	December	Eulalia de Mérida
Spain	11	December	Dámaso
Spain	12	December	Chantal, Guadalupe
Spain	13	December	Lucía
Spain	14	December	Juan de la Cruz, Nicasio, Pompeyo
Spain	15	December	Fortunato, Cristina
Spain	16	December	Albina
Spain	17	December	Lázaro, Yolanda
Spain	18	December	Esperanza, Macarena
Spain	19	December	Darío
Spain	20	December	Ptolomeo
Spain	21	December	Pedro Canisio
Spain	22	December	Floro
Spain	23	December	Juan de Kety
Spain	24	December	Delfín, Társila
Spain	25	December	Belén, Eugenia, Natividad
Spain	26	December	Esteban
Spain	27	December	Teófanos
Spain	28	December	Abel
Spain	29	December	Davíd
Spain	30	December	Raúl
Spain	31	December	Silvestre