Name Day List - 18.08

This page provides a detailed overview of name days observed on a particular date in countries around the globe. Delve into the fascinating history and cultural significance of these names, and find out if your name is celebrated. Discover how different cultures commemorate these special days and the traditions associated with them.

Name Days: A Global View

August 18th sees a multitude of names honored, with the United States recognizing a long list including variations of Helen, Elena, and Ella. The name Helena is particularly prominent, appearing in celebrations across several European nations such as Germany, Czechia, and Slovakia. Poland boasts the most extensive list of name days, with names like Agapit and Bronisław alongside the common Helena and Ilona. Scandinavian countries also participate, with Norway observing Tormod and Torodd, and Sweden celebrating Ellen and Lena. In the Baltic states, Estonia and Latvia each have unique lists, while Finland marks the day with Leevi. Southern Europe also joins in, with Italy and Spain celebrating Elena, and Greece honoring Floros and Lavros. This date provides a fascinating glimpse into the diverse cultural traditions surrounding name days.

Name days on 18. August

Country	Day	Month	Names
Austria	18	August	Claudia, Helena, Rainaki
Croatia	18	August	Jelena Križarica, Bl. Manes
Czechia	18	August	Helena
Denmark	18	August	Agapetus
Estonia	18	August	Heleene, Helene, Helena, Elina, Ilona, Helen, Hell, Hella, Helle, Hellen, Helli
Finland	18	August	Leevi
France	18	August	Hélène, Laétitia
Germany	18	August	Helene
Greece	18	August	Floros, Lavros
Hungary	18	August	Ilona
Italy	18	August	Elena
Latvia	18	August	Helena, Liene
Lithuania	18	August	Gendvile, Ilona, Mantautas, Sailenis, Saulene
Norway	18	August	Tormod, Torodd
Poland	18	August	Agapit, Bogusława, Bronisław, Bronisz, Helena, Ilona, Klara, Tworzysława
Romania	18	August	Ioan
Slovakia	18	August	Helena
Spain	18	August	Elena
Sweden	18	August	Ellen, Lena
Ukraine	18	August	Flora, Laura, Myron
USA	18	August	Aileen, Eileen, Elaina, Elaine, Eleanor, Elena, Eliana, Ella, Elle, Ellen, Ellie, Helen, Helena, Iliana, Lena, Leonora, Nell, Nellie, Nelly