Спаска

Name Day and Information

Name Information

Origin:

Славянски/български

Meaning:

Женска форма на Спас. От старобългарското 'спас' (спасител). Свързва се с празника Спасовден (Възнесение Господне).

Name Day:

December 12, 2025View in calendar

Traditions and Customs

In Bulgaria, the name day of Спаска 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 Спаса, Спасия, Спасуна.

Did you know?

Some Bulgarian villages still practice the peculiar custom of "name day bathing" - on St. John's Day, newlyweds are dunked in an icy river for health and fertility. Imagine this freezing shower as a way to start your celebration!