Митрофан
Name Day and Information
Name Information
Origin:
Greek
Meaning:
Derived from the Greek 'μήτηρ' (meter - 'mother') and 'φανής' (phanes - 'manifest, shining'). Means 'manifested by the mother' or 'glorifying the mother'. Saint Mitrophan of Constantinople is an early Christian patriarch, celebrated on June 4.
Name Day:
Traditions and Customs
In Bulgaria, the name day of Митрофан 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 Митрофана, Митро, Фано.
Did you know?
Name days are surprisingly economical celebrations in Bulgaria! Unlike birthdays where you treat your guests, on name days everyone brings gifts and treats to the celebrant. Perhaps that's why Bulgarians love them so much!