Ванчо
Name Day and Information
Name Information
Origin:
Slavic/russian
Meaning:
Diminutive form of Ivan or Yoan. In Bulgaria, it is often used as an independent name.
Name Day:
January 7, 2025View in calendar
Traditions and Customs
In Bulgaria, the name day of Ванчо is celebrated with traditional dishes and gatherings of family and friends. According to custom, the celebrant treats guests, and they bring gifts and flowers.
Did you know?
Did you know that in Bulgaria, it's better to forget your birthday than your name day? Bulgarian tradition views name days as more significant, connected to a person's heavenly patron saint, making them spiritually more important than birthdays.