Bulgarian Name Days

What is a name day?

A name day is an Orthodox Christian tradition where people named after a particular saint celebrate the feast day of that saint. In Bulgaria, name days are observed with visits, gifts, and family gatherings.

How do I find the name day for a specific name?

Browse the 197 popular Bulgarian names below. Each has a dedicated page with the exact date, all related name variants, meaning, and traditions.

What is the difference between a name day and a birthday?

A birthday marks the anniversary of an individual's birth. A name day is set by the Orthodox calendar and tied to a specific saint — everyone sharing that name celebrates on the same date.

What are the most popular name days in Bulgaria?

Among the most widely celebrated name days are: Gergyovden (6 May) — George; Ivanovden (7 January) — Ivan; Petrovden (29 June) — Peter; Dimitrovden (26 October) — Dimitar; Nikulden (6 December) — Nikola; Stefanovden (27 December) — Stefan and Stoyan.