Анка
Name Day and Information
Name Information
Origin:
Еврейски
Meaning:
Умалително от Ана. Произлиза от еврейското 'Hannah', което означава 'благодат, милост'.
Name Day:
July 25, 2025View in calendar
Traditions and Customs
In Bulgaria, the name day of Анка is celebrated with traditional dishes and gatherings of family and friends. According to custom, the celebrant treats guests, and they bring gifts and flowers.
The name Анка has еврейски origin and in Bulgarian tradition is associated with умалително от ана.
In different regions of Bulgaria, the name may also appear as Анке, Анки.
Did you know?
On St. Nicholas Day (December 6th), nearly every Bulgarian knows at least one Nikolay or Nikola celebrating. Tradition requires serving fish for health, and many people without a name day join the celebration simply for the delicious food.