Name Day List - 16.03

This page provides a detailed overview of name day celebrations occurring on a particular date across numerous countries. Delve into the rich history and cultural significance of these names, and find out if your name is recognized. Discover how different cultures commemorate and cherish this special tradition.

International Name Day Celebrations

March 16th sees a multitude of names celebrated internationally, with a significant number of options for those in the United States, including variations of Bailee and Melissa. Herbert is a prominently featured name, appearing in celebrations across Estonia, Germany, Sweden, Austria, and Czechia, indicating its widespread historical significance. Eastern European countries like Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, and Ukraine each have distinct lists of names honored on this date, showcasing unique cultural traditions. Scandinavian countries also participate, with Finland recognizing Ilkka and Norway celebrating Gudmund and Gudny. Further south, France marks the day with Bénédicte, while Italy, Spain, Greece, and the Balkan nations each contribute to the diverse range of name day observances. The sheer number of names celebrated on March 16th underscores the importance of this tradition in many cultures.

Name days on 16. March

Country	Day	Month	Names
Austria	16	March	Eduard, Herbert
Croatia	16	March	Hrvoje, Miljan
Czechia	16	March	Elena, Herbert
Denmark	16	March	Gudmund
Estonia	16	March	Herbert, Herbi, Heero
Finland	16	March	Ilkka
France	16	March	Bénédicte
Germany	16	March	Herbert
Greece	16	March	Christodoulos
Hungary	16	March	Henrietta
Italy	16	March	Luisa de Marillac
Latvia	16	March	Gabriels, Guntars, Guntis
Lithuania	16	March	Henrika, Norvile, Vaidotas
Norway	16	March	Gudmund, Gudny
Poland	16	March	Abraham, Cyriak, Henryka, Herbert, Hiacynt, Hilary, Izabela, Oktawia
Romania	16	March	Sabin
Slovakia	16	March	Boleslav
Spain	16	March	Abrahan, Clemente
Sweden	16	March	Gilbert, Herbert
Ukraine	16	March	Savina
USA	16	March	Bailee, Bailey, Baylee, Bayley, Melisa, Melissa, Melita, Melyta, Millicent, Millie, Missy