Angel’s Day December 23: List of names celebrating today

On December 23, many saints are honored in the Orthodox calendar, so men named Vasyl, Ivan, David, Pavlo, and Makar celebrate their angel day.

This day is special for those who bear the names Vasyl, David, Ivan, Makar, and Pavlo, because in the church calendar it is dedicated to the saints in whose honor they are named.

📌 Ivan is one of the most common names in Ukraine, which has ancient Jewish roots and means “God is merciful.” On this day, Saint Ivan Kolov, an Egyptian ascetic of the 4th century, is remembered.

📌 Vasyl is a name with Greek roots, which translates as “royal”. December 23 also commemorates the holy martyr Vasyl, who gave his life for the Christian faith.

📌 David is a biblical name associated with King David. Today, the church remembers Saint David, an archbishop who left a good memory.

📌 Makar is a name of Greek origin, meaning “blessed”. Saint Makar of Egypt, one of the first Christian monks, is honored in the church calendar.

📌 Pavlo is a Latin name meaning “small” or “humble”. This day commemorates the holy martyr Paul, who died for his faith.

Interestingly, December 22 is also the day of the saints, when the angel is celebrated by those who bear the names of Dmitry, Fedir, and Anastasia. On this day, believers pray for their patrons, asking for their intercession and spiritual support.