Калоян
Name Day and Information
Name Information
Origin:
Славянски/гръцки
Meaning:
Произлиза от гръцкото 'καλός' (калос - добър, красив) и славянското 'Ян' (Йоан). Означава 'добрия/красивия Йоан'. Име на български цар Калоян (1197-1207).
Name Day:
Traditions and Customs
In Bulgaria, the name day of Калоян 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 Калоян has славянски/гръцки origin and in Bulgarian tradition is associated with произлиза от гръцкото 'καλός' (калос - добър, красив) и славянското 'ян' (йоан).
In different regions of Bulgaria, the name may also appear as Кальо, Калчо, Калин, Кало.
Did you know?
On St. Nicholas Day (December 6th), nearly every Bulgarian knows at least one Nikolay or Nikola celebrating. Tradition requires serving fish for health, and many people without a name day join the celebration simply for the delicious food.