Кръстан
Name Day and Information
Name Information
Origin:
Гръцки/славянски
Meaning:
Вариант на Кръстьо. Свързано с 'кръст' (от гръцки 'σταυρός' - разпятие). Символизира християнската вяра.
Name Day:
Traditions and Customs
In Bulgaria, the name day of Кръстан 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 Кръстан has гръцки/славянски origin and in Bulgarian tradition is associated with вариант на кръстьо.
In different regions of Bulgaria, the name may also appear as Кръстьо, Кръстин, Кърчо.
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!