Янко

Name Day and Information

Name Information

Origin:

Славянски/гръцки

Meaning:

Умалително от Ян, Яни или други имена, започващи с 'Ян-'. Свързано с Йоан/Иван.

Name Day:

January 7, 2025View in calendar
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October 9, 2025View in calendar

Traditions and Customs

In Bulgaria, the name day of Янко 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 Янко has славянски/гръцки origin and in Bulgarian tradition is associated with умалително от ян, яни или други имена, започващи с 'ян-'.

In different regions of Bulgaria, the name may also appear as Яне, Янчо, 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!