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Silvestr: Name day


Name day

Silvestr's name day is December 31 in Czechia.

Silvestr’s History and Cultural Significance

Silvestr is a name primarily found in Central and Eastern Europe, particularly in Czechia, Slovakia, and Poland, where it’s a traditional masculine name. Its origin lies in the Roman family name Silvester, derived from the Latin ‘silvestris’ meaning ‘of the forest.’ While uncommon in the USA, it’s a distinctive name carrying a sense of heritage. The name evokes a mood of strength, tradition, and quiet dignity, suggesting a reliable and thoughtful personality. It’s consistently used as a male name, deeply ingrained in the cultural context of its origin.

Name day celebration - Silvestr



Name Day List: Silvestr

Country Day Month Names 
Czechia Czechia 31 December Silvestr 

Name Day List - similar names (Silvestr)

Country Day Month Names 
Romania Romania 2 January Serafim, Silvestru 
Lithuania Lithuania 26 November Dobilas, Silvestras, Vygante 
Croatia Croatia 30 December Silvestar, Silvestrovo, Zahvalnica 
Italy Italy 31 December Silvestro I 
Latvia Latvia 31 December Kalvis, Silvestrs 
Lithuania Lithuania 31 December Gedgantas, Melanija, Mingaile, Silvestras 
Spain Spain 31 December Silvestre 






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