Мелетий
Name Day and Information
Name Information
Origin:
Greek
Meaning:
Derived from the Greek 'μελέτη' (melete), meaning 'care, attention, practice'. Name of several Orthodox saints.
Name Day:
December 30, 2025View in calendar
Traditions and Customs
In Bulgaria, the name day of Мелетий 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 Мелето, Мелети.
Did you know?
Did you know that in Bulgaria, it's better to forget your birthday than your name day? Bulgarian tradition views name days as more significant, connected to a person's heavenly patron saint, making them spiritually more important than birthdays.