Nikifor: Name day
Name day
Nikifor's name day is observed on February 9, February 22, March 1, March 26, and June 15 in Poland, and on March 13 in Bulgaria.
Name background
Nikifor is a rarely used masculine name in the United States, possessing a strong Slavic origin and meaning "victory bringer." Its historical roots are ancient, often associated with early Christian figures, lending it a dignified and somewhat classic, though uncommon, feel. The name evokes a mood of quiet strength and resilience, a touch of the old world blended with a modern scarcity. While not overtly playful or overtly futuristic, Nikifor carries an elegant gravitas. Its infrequent appearance in the US means it stands out, offering a unique and memorable choice.
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 |
Name Day List - similar names (Nikifor)