Name Day List - 31.12

Discover the fascinating tradition of name days and find out which names are celebrated on a particular date across different cultures. This resource offers a detailed list of names, with links to explore their history and meaning. See if your name is honored and learn how these celebrations are observed globally.

Name Days: A Global View

December 31st marks a widespread celebration of name days throughout Europe and the United States, with the latter recognizing names like Malone, Melania, Melanie, Melany, Silas, Silvester, and Sylvester. A common thread across many countries is the name Silvester, appearing in variations in Slovakia, Finland, and Austria. Poland stands out with a particularly long list of celebrated names, including Korneliusz, Mariusz, and Tworzysław alongside more common choices. Lithuania and Latvia also share the tradition of honoring Silvestras and Kalvis, respectively. France and Spain observe the day with Colombe and Silvestre, while Hungary celebrates Szilveszter. The name Melania is a recurring theme, appearing in Greece, Ukraine, and Romania, suggesting a shared heritage.

Name days on 31. December

Country	Day	Month	Names
Austria	31	December	Melanie, Silvester
Czechia	31	December	Silvestr
Denmark	31	December	Sylvester
Estonia	31	December	Silvester, Silvar, Silver, Silvo, Melany, Melanie
Finland	31	December	Sylvester, Silvo
France	31	December	Colombe, Sylvestre
Greece	31	December	Melany
Hungary	31	December	Szilveszter
Italy	31	December	Silvestro I
Latvia	31	December	Kalvis, Silvestrs
Lithuania	31	December	Gedgantas, Melanija, Mingaile, Silvestras
Norway	31	December	Sylfest, Sylvi, Sylvia
Poland	31	December	Korneliusz, Mariusz, Melania, Sebastian, Sylwester, Tworzysław
Romania	31	December	Melania
Slovakia	31	December	Silvester
Spain	31	December	Silvestre
Ukraine	31	December	Melania
USA	31	December	Malone, Melania, Melanie, Melany, Silas, Silvester, Sylvester