Магдалена
Name Day and Information
Name Information
Origin:
Hebrew
Meaning:
Derived from the name of the biblical town Magdala ('tower') near the Sea of Galilee. In Christian tradition, Mary Magdalene was a follower of Jesus.
Name Day:
July 22, 2025View in calendar
Traditions and Customs
In Bulgaria, the name day of Магдалена 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 Магда, Лена, Мадлен, Маги.
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!