Васил

Name Day and Information

Name Information

Origin:

Гръцки

Meaning:

Произлиза от гръцкото 'βασιλεύς' (василевс), което означава 'цар, крал'. От там 'царствен, кралски'.

Name Day:

January 1, 2025View in calendar
April 26, 2025View in calendar

Traditions and Customs

In Bulgaria, the name day of Васил 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 Васил has гръцки origin and in Bulgarian tradition is associated with произлиза от гръцкото 'βασιλεύς' (василевс), което означава 'цар, крал'.

In different regions of Bulgaria, the name may also appear as Васко, Васьо, Василчо, Цеко.

Did you know?

In Bulgarian tradition, people with two names (first and family name) celebrate twice a year. Imagine the double party – some people celebrate both their name days with full gusto!