Ивелина

Name Day and Information

Name Information

Origin:

Bulgarian/hebrew

Meaning:

Feminine form of Ivelin. Derived from the Hebrew 'Yochanan', meaning 'God is gracious'.

Name Day:

January 7, 2025View in calendar
September 26, 2025View in calendar

Traditions and Customs

In Bulgaria, the name day of Ивелина 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 Иви, Лина, Ина, Ивчето.

Did you know?

St. Stephen's Day (December 27th) comes right after Christmas and is part of the Christmas cycle. Stefan is a popular name in Bulgaria, and this day is celebrated with leftover Christmas feast. It's considered improper to work on this day - it's time for rest and feasting!