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What is Name Day?

It is an old European tradition. Every day of the year is someone’s name. People across Europe have been celebrating their first names for centuries like you celebrate your birthday.

Why should I celebrate?

Just ask yourself this simple question: how many people know your first name? Can you imagine this group of people coming over once a year to shower you with gifts and throw you the best party you have ever encountered? All in celebration of your name. In effect, it is like having a second birthday. And yes, nobody will ask you about your age!

Where is it celebrated?

Europeans not only have birthdays but celebrate their name as well. Birthdays are usually celebrated just by immediate family and few friends. Names, however, are widely known and celebrated. Each first name is assigned to one day in the calendar, based on religious traditions, historical events, the birthday of a famous person with the same first name, or other facts. For example, the church feast of Saint Michael is held on September 29th, and as a result, the name for Michael is on September 29th. In some countries (Greece) names are more celebrated and are more important than a birthday. Gifts include flowers, chocolate, a bottle of good wine, etc.

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