Оля
Name Day and Information
Name Information
Origin:
Scandinavian/russian
Meaning:
Diminutive of Olga. Derived from Old Norse 'Helga', means 'holy, sacred'.
Name Day:
July 11, 2025View in calendar
Traditions and Customs
In Bulgaria, the name day of Оля 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 Олга, Олечка, Оленка.
Did you know?
Did you know that in Bulgaria, it's better to forget your birthday than your name day? Bulgarian tradition views name days as more significant, connected to a person's heavenly patron saint, making them spiritually more important than birthdays.