Янка
Name Day and Information
Name Information
Origin:
Еврейски/гръцки
Meaning:
Умалително от Яна. Свързано с Йоан/Иван.
Name Day:
June 24, 2025View in calendar
October 9, 2025View in calendar
Traditions and Customs
In Bulgaria, the name day of Янка 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 Янка has еврейски/гръцки origin and in Bulgarian tradition is associated with умалително от яна.
In different regions of Bulgaria, the name may also appear as Яна, Янче, Янчето.
Did you know?
In Bulgarian tradition, people with two names (first and family name) celebrate twice a year. Imagine the double party – some people celebrate both their name days with full gusto!