Доротея
Name Day and Information
Name Information
Origin:
Гръцки
Meaning:
Женска форма на Доротей. Произлиза от гръцкото 'Δωροθέα' (доротеа), съставено от 'doron' (дар) и 'theos' (бог). Означава 'дар от бога'.
Name Day:
February 6, 2025View in calendar
February 17, 2025View in calendar
Traditions and Customs
In Bulgaria, the name day of Доротея 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 Доротея has гръцки origin and in Bulgarian tradition is associated with женска форма на доротей.
In different regions of Bulgaria, the name may also appear as Дори, Дора, Теа, Доди.
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!