Filomena: Name day
Name day
Filomena's name day is celebrated on July 5th in Lithuania, Poland, and Spain, and on August 10th and 11th in Poland and Spain respectively.
Filomena’s history, meaning and global presence
Filomena is a traditionally feminine name with roots in ancient Greek, combining elements meaning 'loving' and 'moon.' While not widely popular in the United States, it holds significance within Italian-American communities and enjoys greater recognition in Southern Europe, particularly Italy, Spain, and Portugal. Historically, its popularity surged due to the veneration of Saint Filomena in the 19th century. The name evokes a romantic and elegant mood, suggesting a gentle and compassionate personality. It is almost exclusively given to girls and women, maintaining a consistent feminine identity across cultures.
Name Day List: Filomena
| Country | Day | Month | Names |
Lithuania | 5 | July | Butginas, Filomena, Karolina, Mantmile |
Poland | 5 | July | Antoni, Bartłomiej, Filomena, Jakub, Karolina, Michał, Przybywoj, Szarlota, Wilhelm |
Spain | 5 | July | Filomena, Filomeno, Zoa |
Poland | 10 | August | Asteria, Bernard, Bogdan, Borys, Filomena, Laurencjusz, Prochor, Wawrzyniec, Wierzchosław |
Spain | 11 | August | Clara, Filomena, Susana |
Name Day List - similar names (Filomena)