Сашо

Name Day and Information

Name Information

Origin:

Гръцки/славянски

Meaning:

Умалителна форма на Александър. Произлиза от гръцкото 'αλέξανδρος' (александрос), което означава 'защитник на мъжете/човечеството'.

Name Day:

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Traditions and Customs

In Bulgaria, the name day of Сашо 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 Сашо has гръцки/славянски origin and in Bulgarian tradition is associated with умалителна форма на александър.

In different regions of Bulgaria, the name may also appear as Саше, Алекс, Сандьо.

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.