Petka: Name day

Name day

Petka's name day is celebrated on October 14th in Bulgaria.

Petka's Comprehensive Name Profile

Petka is a name primarily found within Bulgarian and Balkan communities, with extremely limited presence in the USA outside of these groups. It’s a diminutive form, traditionally derived from a longer given name, reflecting a cultural practice of endearment. The name is overwhelmingly masculine, consistently identified as such in its region of origin. It evokes a feeling of rustic charm and grounded strength, suggesting a genuine and reliable personality. Its history is tied to Slavic naming traditions and a sense of familial closeness. While uncommon globally, it maintains a strong cultural identity within Bulgaria.

Name Day List: Petka

Country	Day	Month	Names
Bulgaria	14	October	Pencho, Penka, Petka, Petko, Paraskeva, Parashkeva