Name Day List - 28.10

Discover the fascinating world of name days with our detailed list, showcasing celebrations across numerous countries on a particular date. Explore the history and significance of each name, and learn how these special days are honored in diverse cultures. Find out if your name is recognized and delve into the traditions surrounding it.

Name Days: A Global Celebration

October 28th sees a widespread celebration of name days, with the United States marking the occasion for names like Liberty, Thaddeus, and Simeon among others. A common thread across many European countries is the recognition of Simon and its variants, appearing in nations like Finland, Germany, and Italy. Eastern European countries such as Poland and Romania observe Jude, Juda, Tadeusz, and Iachint, demonstrating distinct cultural practices. The Baltic states – Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania – each have their own unique lists, including Siimon, Antonina, and Simas. Scandinavian countries like Norway and Denmark also participate, honoring Simen and Judas. The sheer number of names celebrated on this date underscores the importance of personal names in various cultures, and the diversity of traditions surrounding their commemoration.

Name days on 28. October

Country	Day	Month	Names
Austria	28	October	Simon, Thaddäus
Bulgaria	28	October	Lachezar
Croatia	28	October	Šimun, Juda, Tadej
Denmark	28	October	Judas, Simon
Estonia	28	October	Siimon, Simun, Siimo, Siimu, Siim, Simmo, Simmu
Finland	28	October	Simo
France	28	October	Jude
Germany	28	October	Simon
Greece	28	October	Evniki
Hungary	28	October	Simon, Szimonetta
Italy	28	October	Simone
Latvia	28	October	Antonina, Nina, Ninona, Zemgals
Lithuania	28	October	Almante, Gaudrimas, Simas, Simonas, Tadas
Norway	28	October	Simen, Simon
Poland	28	October	Juda, Szymon, Tadeusz, Wszeciech
Romania	28	October	Iachint
Slovakia	28	October	Dobromila
Spain	28	October	Judas, Simón, Tadeo
Sweden	28	October	Simon, Simone
USA	28	October	Dayanara, Eunice, Jonah, Jonas, Jude, Liberty, Simeon, Simon, Simone, Thad, Thaddea, Thaddeus