Name Day List: May - Spain
Explore the Spanish tradition of name days with this comprehensive May calendar. Discover the names celebrated each day and delve into their cultural significance, history, and origins.
Celebrating Names in Spain
May in Spain is marked by a vibrant tradition of name days, honoring a wide array of individuals throughout the month. The calendar showcases a blend of historical and contemporary names, offering a unique insight into Spanish naming customs. While many names are unique to a single day, some, like Felipe and Emilio, are repeated, suggesting their continued relevance. The month begins with a substantial number of names, slowly tapering off towards the end, creating a varied rhythm of celebrations. Beyond simply recognizing a birthday, name days hold cultural significance, often involving family gatherings and small festivities. The selection of names often reflects religious influences and positive attributes, contributing to the rich tapestry of Spanish culture. This list serves as a reminder of the enduring power of names and their connection to tradition.
| Country | Day | Month | Names |
 Spain | 1 | May | Berta, Tamar, Tamara, Oroncio, Andeoro, Teodardo, Paciencia |
| Spain | 2 | May | Germán, Araceli, Atanasio, Vindemial, Exuperio, Zoé, Mafalda |
| Spain | 3 | May | Juvenal, Violeta, Evencio, Teódulo, Alejandro, Estela, Felipe |
| Spain | 4 | May | Florián, Froilán, Lidón, Silvano, Paulino, Porfirio |
| Spain | 5 | May | Adrián, Silvano, Niceto, Ángelica |
| Spain | 6 | May | Domingo, Evodio, Protógenes, Judith |
| Spain | 7 | May | Augusto, Flavio, Gisela |
| Spain | 8 | May | Acacio |
| Spain | 9 | May | Gregorio, Hermas, Geroncio |
| Spain | 10 | May | Job, Solange, Gordiano |
| Spain | 11 | May | Estela, Favio, Amparo, Poncio, Eudaldo, Iluminado, Anastasio |
| Spain | 12 | May | Domingo, Nerea, Nereo, Aquileo, Flavia, Domitila |
| Spain | 13 | May | Imelda, Fátima |
| Spain | 14 | May | Matías, Corona, Cora, Henedina, Alba, Gemma |
| Spain | 15 | May | Cecilio, Eufrasia, Isidro, Torcuato, Indalecio |
| Spain | 16 | May | Brenda, Ubaldo, Honorato |
| Spain | 17 | May | Eric, Erica, Pascual |
| Spain | 18 | May | Alejandra, Félix, Próspero |
| Spain | 19 | May | Celestina, Celestino, Crispín |
| Spain | 20 | May | Orlando, Baudilio, Asterio |
| Spain | 21 | May | Constantino, Virginia, Giselle, Valente |
| Spain | 22 | May | Emilio, Rita, Rosana |
| Spain | 23 | May | Miguel, Mercurial, Eufebio, Humildad, Desiderio |
| Spain | 24 | May | Rocío, Susana, Auxiliadora, Providencia, Ester |
| Spain | 25 | May | Valentín, Valentina, Sonia |
| Spain | 26 | May | Felipe Neri, Zacarías |
| Spain | 27 | May | Carolina |
| Spain | 28 | May | Agustín, Bernardo, Emilio, Germán |
| Spain | 29 | May | Alejandro, Justo, Teodosia |
| Spain | 30 | May | Fernando, Estela, Fernanda, Hernán, Lorena, Hernando |
| Spain | 31 | May | Visitación, Petronila, Amelia, Avelina |
