Name Day List - 16.11
Welcome to our guide to name days celebrated on a particular date across the globe. We've compiled a list of names and the countries where they are traditionally honored. Explore the rich history and cultural significance behind these names and discover if your own name is on the list. Learn how different cultures celebrate and cherish this special tradition.
Name Days: A European View
November 16th marks a day of celebration for names across numerous countries, with the USA recognizing Chase, Chasen, Gertrude, Iris, and Trudy. Poland stands out with the most extensive list of names – Aureliusz, Dionizy, Edmund, and others – reflecting a strong naming tradition. Several names appear multiple times across different nations; for example, Gertrude is honored in France, Poland, and the USA. The Scandinavian region acknowledges names like Vibeke in Sweden and Edmund in Norway, showcasing unique regional customs. Eastern European countries like Lithuania and Latvia also participate, with Edmundas and Glorija being celebrated respectively. Margareta, in its various forms, is a common thread, appearing in Italy, Austria, and Romania. This date provides a glimpse into the diverse and culturally significant practice of name day celebrations.
Name days on 16. November
| Country | Day | Month | Names |
Austria | 16 | November | Margareta, Otmar |
Bulgaria | 16 | November | Matei |
Croatia | 16 | November | Margareta Škotska kr. |
Czechia | 16 | November | Otmar |
Denmark | 16 | November | Othenius |
Estonia | 16 | November | Arnold, Arno, Arne, Aarne |
Finland | 16 | November | Aarne, Aarno, Aarni |
France | 16 | November | Gertrude, Marguerite, Mégane |
Greece | 16 | November | Mathaios |
Hungary | 16 | November | Ödön |
Italy | 16 | November | Margherita di Scozia |
Latvia | 16 | November | Banga, Dzirkstite, Glorija |
Lithuania | 16 | November | Edmundas, Gerdvile, Gertruda, Vaisvydas |
Norway | 16 | November | Edgar, Edmund |
Poland | 16 | November | Aureliusz, Dionizy, Edmund, Gertruda, Leon, Marek, Maria, Niedamir, Otomar, Paweł, Piotr |
Romania | 16 | November | Matei |
Slovakia | 16 | November | Agnesa |
Spain | 16 | November | Edmundo, Margarita |
Sweden | 16 | November | Vibeke, Viveka |
Ukraine | 16 | November | Matthew |
USA | 16 | November | Chase, Chasen, Gertrude, Iris, Trudy |