Name days in December in Greece

This page displays a complete list of name days for a specific country and month, organized by date. Each name listed is associated with a particular day in the traditional name day calendar. Click on any name to explore its meaning, history, and related names.

December Name Days Overview

December in Greece is a month rich with Name Days, celebrating a diverse range of individuals. The beginning of the month features names like Theoklitos and Areti, while later dates honor figures such as Anastasia and Josef. A significant cluster of names falls around December 11th, encompassing biblical figures like Adam, Rachel, and David. Nikolaos, with its many variations, is a particularly prominent Name Day on December 6th, suggesting its widespread popularity. Christmas Day, December 25th, is a major celebration, associated with numerous names including Christos and Christina. The end of the year sees celebrations for Stefanos and Melany, concluding the month's festive calendar. This tradition highlights the importance of honoring saints and historical figures through the celebration of shared names.

Name Days: Tradition, Meaning, and Celebration

Name days in Greece are a significant cultural tradition, often celebrated more than birthdays. Each day of the year is dedicated to a specific saint or religious figure, and people named after that saint celebrate their name day. The tradition is rooted in the Greek Orthodox Church, where many names are derived from saints, apostles, or religious figures. Celebrants typically receive well-wishes, flowers, and gifts from friends and family, often hosting open-house gatherings. It’s common to offer treats like sweets and coffee to visitors. While name days can vary depending on the calendar, they are widely recognized and respected in Greek society. The celebrations can range from intimate family gatherings to larger social events. This occasion is seen as a way of honoring one's religious and cultural heritage.

Name days in December in Greece: Complete List of Names and Dates

Here is a complete list of names and their corresponding dates for the selected period. Each name is associated with a specific day, following the traditional name day calendar. Browse the list to find names and their designated dates in chronological order.

Country	Month	Day	Name days
Greece	December	1	Areti, Theoklitos
Greece	December	2	Meropi
Greece	December	3	Glykerios
Greece	December	4	Barbara, Varvara
Greece	December	5	Diogenes, Savva
Greece	December	6	Nick, Nicolas, Nikolaos, Nikoletta, Nikos
Greece	December	7	Amvrosios
Greece	December	8	Patapios
Greece	December	9	Anna
Greece	December	11	Aaron, Abraham, Adam, Dan, David, Deborah, Noah, Rachel, Rebecca, Ruben, Sarah
Greece	December	12	Spiros
Greece	December	13	Aris, Eustratios, Lucy, Lukia, Stratos
Greece	December	14	Lefki
Greece	December	15	Elefterios, Lefteris, Sylvia
Greece	December	16	Modestos
Greece	December	17	Daniel, Dionisios
Greece	December	18	Floros, Sebastian
Greece	December	19	Aglaias, Aris
Greece	December	20	Ignatios
Greece	December	21	Ioulia, Julia, Julie, Themistokleous
Greece	December	22	Anastasia
Greece	December	23	Nifon
Greece	December	24	Ahmet, Eugenia, Evgenia
Greece	December	25	Chrisa, Chrisanthi, Chrisoula, Christina, Christmas Day, Christos, Chrystalla
Greece	December	26	Emma, Emmanuel, Manolis, Manuella, Panagiotis
Greece	December	27	Stefania, Stefanos, Stephan, Stephania, Steven
Greece	December	28	Domna
Greece	December	30	Josef
Greece	December	31	Melany

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