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Name Day for Lozan

Everything about the date, name variants, and traditions

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February

Trifonovden (1 February) is the church feast of St. Tryphon the Martyr, patron of vine-growers. It is the name day of Trifon, Lozan, Lozana, Grozdan, Grozdana and related names; the folk Trifon Zarezan is kept on 14 February.

Celebrating names:

TrifonLozanLozanaLozankaLozaLozenGrozdanGrozdanaGrozdankaGrozyo
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About the name Lozan

Etymology & meaning

Lozan comes from "loza" — the grapevine, one of the most meaning-laden plants in Bulgarian culture. The feminines are Lozana and Lozanka, and Loza itself and the masculine Lozen also live as names.

History & patron saint

Lozan celebrates on Trifonovden (1 February) — the memory of Saint Tryphon, patron of vine-growers, together with Grozdan and the whole vine circle. The Gospel image "I am the vine, you are the branches" lends the name a biblical depth.

Traditions & customs

The day is the day of pruning: the vines are sprinkled with wine "so they may bear", and the table holds stuffed hen and wine. Celebrants are first in the vineyard and first at the table.

Popularity & notable bearers

Lozan is an old, rare name kept in the wine villages and in the surname Lozanov; the Sofia village of Lozen carries the same root.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is the name day for Lozan?

The name day for Lozan is on 1 February.

Which names celebrate on 1 February?

On 1 February, name day is celebrated by those named Lozan and related Bulgarian name variants (10 names in total).

How is the name day celebrated in Bulgaria?

Name day celebrants traditionally welcome guests at home, receive gifts and congratulations. It is a cherished family occasion throughout Bulgaria.

What does the name Lozan mean?

Lozan comes from "loza" — the grapevine, one of the most meaning-laden plants in Bulgarian culture. The feminines are Lozana and Lozanka, and Loza itself and the masculine Lozen also live as names.

How popular is Lozan in Bulgaria?

Lozan is an old, rare name kept in the wine villages and in the surname Lozanov; the Sofia village of Lozen carries the same root.

Names celebrating with Lozan

TrifonGrozdan

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