Name Day List - 23.02

Welcome to our guide to name days celebrated on a particular date internationally! This page provides a detailed listing of names and the countries where they are honored. Delve into the fascinating history and cultural significance of these names and discover how different societies celebrate their name days.

Name Days: A Global View

February 23rd sees name day celebrations in numerous countries, with the United States recognizing names like Boswell, Gloria, and a variety of Riley spellings. A common thread across several nations is the name Romana, appearing in Latvia, Slovakia, Croatia, and Spain, suggesting a shared linguistic or historical connection. The Nordic countries of Sweden and Norway commemorate Torsten/Torunn, names deeply embedded in their cultural identity. Countries in Eastern Europe, like Poland and Lithuania, have extensive lists, indicating a strong tradition of honoring namesakes. Greece celebrates Polykarpos and Polychronis, while Hungary honors Alfréd, showcasing distinct regional customs. France marks the day with Lazare, and Italy with Margherita da Cortona, adding to the diverse range of celebrations. The sheer number of names celebrated on this date underscores the importance of personal names in various cultures.

Name days on 23. February

Country	Day	Month	Names
Austria	23	February	Raffaela, Romana
Croatia	23	February	Polikarp, Romana
Czechia	23	February	Svatopluk
Denmark	23	February	Papias
Estonia	23	February	Leho, Lehto, Lehar
Finland	23	February	Aslak
France	23	February	Lazare
Greece	23	February	Polykarpos, Polychronis
Hungary	23	February	Alfréd
Italy	23	February	Margherita da Cortona
Latvia	23	February	Almants, Haralds
Lithuania	23	February	Butvile, Gantautas, Romana, Severinas
Norway	23	February	Torstein, Torunn
Poland	23	February	Bądzimir, Damian, Florentyn, Łazarz, Piotr, Roma, Romana, Seweryn
Romania	23	February	Policarp
Russia	23	February	Anna, Valentina
Slovakia	23	February	Roman, Romana
Spain	23	February	Lázaro, Romance, Policarpo
Sweden	23	February	Torsten, Torun
USA	23	February	Boswell, Gloria, Gloriana, Glory, Reilley, Riley, Rylan, Rylee, Ryleigh, Ryley, Rylie