Яна
Name Day and Information
Name Information
Origin:
Еврейски/гръцки
Meaning:
Женска форма на Ян или съкратена от Яница, Яника. Може да произлиза от еврейското 'חנה' (хана) - 'благодат' или от гръцкото 'Ιωαννης' (Йоанес).
Name Day:
Traditions and Customs
In Bulgaria, the name day of Яна 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 Яна has еврейски/гръцки origin and in Bulgarian tradition is associated with женска форма на ян или съкратена от яница, яника.
In different regions of Bulgaria, the name may also appear as Янка, Яница, Яни.
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!