Nikifor: Name day
Name day
Nikifor has name days on February 9, February 22, March 1, March 13, March 26, and June 15 in Poland and Bulgaria.
Nikifor’s history and cultural significance
Nikifor is a name of ancient Greek origin, meaning “victory-bringer,” and is predominantly used as a masculine name. It’s most popular in Eastern European countries like Poland, Bulgaria, and Russia, where it has strong historical and religious ties, particularly within Orthodox Christian communities. While rare in the United States, it carries a sense of tradition and strength. The name evokes a mood of quiet dignity and resilience, suggesting a steadfast and reliable character. Its historical association with Byzantine emperors and military leaders adds to its noble and dignified tone. It’s a name that stands out for its unique heritage and uncommon presence in the Western world.
Name Day List: Nikifor
| Country | Day | Month | Names |
 Poland | 9 | February | Apolonia, Bernard, Cyryl, Eryk, Eryka, Gorzysław, Mariusz, Nikifor, Rajnold |
| Poland | 22 | February | Małgorzata, Nikifor, Piotr, Wiktor, Wiktoriusz, Wrócisław |
| Poland | 1 | March | Albin, Antoni, Antonina, Budzisław, Budzisz, Eudokia, Eudoksja, Ewdokia, Feliks, Herakles, Herkules, Jewdocha, Joanna, Józef, Nikifor, Piotr |
 Bulgaria | 13 | March | Nikifor |
| Poland | 26 | March | Emanuel, Feliks, Larysa, Manuela, Nikifor, Teodor, Tworzymir |
| Poland | 15 | June | Abraham, Angelina, Bernard, Jolanta, Leona, Leonida, Nikifor, Wit, Witold, Witołd, Witolda, Witosław, Wodzisław |
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