Запрян
Name Day and Information
Name Information
Origin:
Bulgarian
Meaning:
Derived from the verb 'zapiram' (to stop). Traditional Bulgarian name, given with the wish that the child would 'stop' illnesses or death in the family.
Name Day:
August 2, 2025View in calendar
December 27, 2025View in calendar
Traditions and Customs
In Bulgaria, the name day of Запрян 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 Запро, Запрянко, Заприн.
Did you know?
In Bulgaria, some name days are so widely celebrated they become unofficial holidays. On St. John's Day (January 7th), so many people celebrate that some companies joke it should be declared a day off due to staff shortages.