Дамян

Name Day and Information

Name Information

Origin:

Гръцки

Meaning:

Произлиза от гръцкото 'Δαμιανός' (Дамианос), което може да означава 'укротител' или да е свързано с 'demos' (народ).

Name Day:

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Traditions and Customs

In Bulgaria, the name day of Дамян 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 Дамян has гръцки origin and in Bulgarian tradition is associated with произлиза от гръцкото 'δαμιανός' (дамианос), което може да означава 'укротител' или да е свързано с 'demos' (народ).

In different regions of Bulgaria, the name may also appear as Дамянчо, Дамо, Дами, Дамен.

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!