Илчо
Name Day and Information
Name Information
Origin:
Hebrew
Meaning:
Diminutive of Iliya. Derived from the Hebrew 'Eliyahu', meaning 'My God is Yahweh'.
Name Day:
July 20, 2025View in calendar
August 2, 2025View in calendar
Traditions and Customs
In Bulgaria, the name day of Илчо 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 Ильо, Илко.
Did you know?
St. Basil's Day (January 1st) coincides with New Year, making Vasil one of the luckiest names - you celebrate twice! Tradition requires "surva" with cornel branches for health and luck. If you know a Vasil, he's probably the happiest person at the start of the year.