Name Day List: November - Estonia
This calendar details Estonian name days for November, presenting a cultural tradition where individuals celebrate the day associated with their given name. Explore the list to discover the names honored each day and delve into the history behind this practice.
November’s Estonian Naming Traditions
Estonian name days in November offer a rich tapestry of cultural significance, assigning a specific name or names to each day of the month. The calendar demonstrates a preference for shorter, more easily pronounceable names, alongside longer, more formal options. A notable trend is the inclusion of both traditional Estonian names and those borrowed from other cultures, particularly Germanic and Scandinavian influences. The number of names associated with each day varies considerably, with some days having only a few options while others boast a dozen or more. Many names have multiple variations, allowing for personalized celebrations and acknowledging different family traditions. The list reveals a balance between masculine and feminine names, though masculine names appear slightly more frequently. This November calendar serves as a vibrant reminder of Estonia’s unique cultural identity and its historical connections.
| Country | Day | Month | Names |
 Estonia | 1 | November | Tiia, Tiiu |
| Estonia | 2 | November | Hinge, Hingi |
| Estonia | 3 | November | Kaido, Kaidu, Kairo, Kaivo, Kaimo, Kaimar |
| Estonia | 4 | November | Herta, Erla, Erle |
| Estonia | 5 | November | Vahur, Vaho, Vahto |
| Estonia | 6 | November | Adolf, Ado, Aadi, Aado, Aadu |
| Estonia | 7 | November | Kiira, Kiiri, Kirke |
| Estonia | 8 | November | Nele, Nelli, Nella |
| Estonia | 9 | November | Teo, Teodor, Tuudor |
| Estonia | 10 | November | Martin, Mart, Mardi, Mardo, Märten, Märt |
| Estonia | 11 | November | Alev, Elev, Elvo |
| Estonia | 12 | November | Konrad, Kuno, Kuuno |
| Estonia | 13 | November | Kristjan, Krister, Kristo, Risto |
| Estonia | 14 | November | Alviine, Alvi, Alve |
| Estonia | 15 | November | Vaike, Vaige, Vaigi, Vaiki |
| Estonia | 16 | November | Arnold, Arno, Arne, Aarne |
| Estonia | 17 | November | Heinar, Einar, Einari, Eino, Egon, Egil |
| Estonia | 18 | November | Ilo, Ilu |
| Estonia | 19 | November | Eliisabet, Eliise, Elis, Els, Elsa, Else, Liis, Liisa, Liisi, Liisu, Ilse, Betti |
| Estonia | 20 | November | Helmar, Helmer, Helmo, Helmu, Helmur, Helmut |
| Estonia | 21 | November | Pilvi, Pilve |
| Estonia | 22 | November | Cecilia, Säsil, Silja, Silje, Sille |
| Estonia | 23 | November | Kleement, Leemet, Leemo |
| Estonia | 24 | November | Ustav, Ustus |
| Estonia | 25 | November | Katariina, Katrin, Katre, Katri, Kadrin, Kadri, Kadi, Kati, Kaarin, Karin, Triin, Triina, Triinu |
| Estonia | 26 | November | Dagmar, Tamaara, Maara, Maare |
| Estonia | 27 | November | Asta, Astra, Astrid |
| Estonia | 28 | November | Laima, Raima, Niina |
| Estonia | 29 | November | Edgar, Egert |
| Estonia | 30 | November | Andreas, Andres, Andrus, Andre, Andro, Ando, Andu, Andi, Anti |
