Юния

Name Day and Information

Name Information

Origin:

Latin

Meaning:

Derived from the Latin family name 'Junius', related to the Roman goddess Juno or the month of June. In the New Testament, Junia is mentioned by the Apostle Paul in the Epistle to the Romans as outstanding among the apostles.

Name Day:

May 17, 2025View in calendar

Traditions and Customs

In Bulgaria, the name day of Юния 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 Юниа, Юниан, Юни.

Did you know?

On St. Athanasius Day (January 18th), celebrations occur in the heart of winter. Atanas is an ancient Bulgarian name, and tradition requires pouring wheat into the river or spring for fertility. Interestingly, this holiday is often associated with health rituals.