Богородица
Name Day and Information
Name Information
Origin:
Slavic/christian
Meaning:
Composed of 'bog' (god) and 'roditsa' (mother). Means 'Mother of God'. Title of Virgin Mary in Orthodox tradition. Used as a female name in honor of the Holy Mother of God.
Name Day:
December 26, 2025View in calendar
Traditions and Customs
In Bulgaria, the name day of Богородица is celebrated with traditional dishes and gatherings of family and friends. According to custom, the celebrant treats guests, and they bring gifts and flowers.
In different regions of Bulgaria, the name may also appear as Богородичка, Родица.
Did you know?
Historically, Bulgarians believed celebrating your name day would bring luck for the entire year. Those who failed to honor their patron saint risked misfortune befalling them. Yes, Bulgarian superstitions don't mess around!