Name Day List: January - Latvia
Explore the Latvian tradition of name days with this comprehensive January calendar. Discover the names celebrated each day and delve into their cultural significance. Learn about the history and meaning behind these cherished names.
Celebrating Names in Latvia
January in Latvia is marked by a rich tapestry of name days, a tradition deeply embedded in the culture. The month features a wide array of names, from the early celebrations of Laimnesis and Solvita to the later honors for Dekla and Violeta. Interestingly, some names like Ringolds are repeated, suggesting their enduring popularity and significance within Latvian society. The collection includes a blend of classic and less common names, showcasing the breadth of Latvian naming history. Many of these names likely carry symbolic meanings or are connected to important figures in folklore. The consistent presence of name days throughout January highlights their importance as cultural markers. This calendar offers a unique window into Latvian traditions and the stories behind these cherished names.
| Country | Day | Month | Names |
 Latvia | 1 | January | Laimnesis, Solvita |
| Latvia | 2 | January | Abels, Indulis, Ivo, Orests |
| Latvia | 3 | January | Miervaldis, Ringolds |
| Latvia | 4 | January | Ilva, Spodra |
| Latvia | 5 | January | Simanis, Zintis |
| Latvia | 6 | January | Arnita, Spulga |
| Latvia | 7 | January | Julians, Rota, Zigmars |
| Latvia | 8 | January | Erhads, Gatis, Gundabis, Ivanda |
| Latvia | 9 | January | Aksels, Jautris, Kaspars |
| Latvia | 10 | January | Dorisa, Karmena, Tatjana |
| Latvia | 11 | January | Arkadijs, Franciska, Smaida |
| Latvia | 12 | January | Reinholds, Reinis, Ringolds |
| Latvia | 13 | January | Aira, Arijs, Aris, Harijs |
| Latvia | 14 | January | Raitis, Roberta, Roberts |
| Latvia | 15 | January | Felicita, Felikss |
| Latvia | 16 | January | Lida, Lidija, Lija |
| Latvia | 17 | January | Tenis, Timotejs |
| Latvia | 18 | January | Akselis, Antis, Antons |
| Latvia | 19 | January | Alnis, Andulis |
| Latvia | 20 | January | Algirts, Olgerts |
| Latvia | 21 | January | Agne, Agnese, Agnija, Agnis |
| Latvia | 22 | January | Austris, Meinhards, Vincents |
| Latvia | 23 | January | Grieta, Ortrude, Rieta |
| Latvia | 24 | January | Eglons, Kriss, Ksenija |
| Latvia | 25 | January | Sigurds, Zigurds, Zigvalda, Zigvalds |
| Latvia | 26 | January | Agnis, Ansis |
| Latvia | 27 | January | Ildze, Ilze, Izolde |
| Latvia | 28 | January | Karlis, Spodris |
| Latvia | 29 | January | Aivars, Valerijs |
| Latvia | 30 | January | Parsla, Valentina |
| Latvia | 31 | January | Dekla, Jalna, Tekla, Tikla, Violeta |
