Андреа
Name Day and Information
Name Information
Origin:
Greek
Meaning:
Feminine or masculine form of Andrew. Derived from the Greek 'ανδρεία' (andreia), meaning 'manliness, courage'.
Name Day:
Traditions and Customs
In Bulgaria, the name day of Андреа 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 Андрея, Андриана.
Did you know?
On St. Athanasius Day (January 18th), celebrations occur in the heart of winter. Atanas is an ancient Bulgarian name, and tradition requires pouring wheat into the river or spring for fertility. Interestingly, this holiday is often associated with health rituals.