Angel Day on March 23: Who do Ukrainians celebrate?

On March 23, the church calendar celebrates the memory of several saints, so this name day is special for many people. This is a great opportunity to express your feelings to loved ones and say something warm to them.

Among those who celebrate their name day on March 23, we can name Vasily, Ilya, George, Makar, Alexei, Sergiy, as well as Anastasia, Varvara and Lydia.

The feast of the angel is associated with the honoring of the patron saint, who is believed to protect a person throughout his life. Therefore, this date has great spiritual significance.

Traditionally, on this day it is customary to visit church or spend time in prayer at home, thanking for help and asking for protection. Often families gather together for a festive dinner.

Birthday people are greeted with sincere wishes and small gifts, paying special attention to the warmth of words.

Each name has its own unique history and meaning. For example, Vasily is associated with royal grandeur, Ilya symbolizes strength and faith, and Anastasia means rebirth.

The name Georgiy comes from the Greek language and is translated as a farmer. Makar indicates bliss and happiness, Alexey means a defender, which is usually associated with reliability.

Sergey has Latin origins and is associated with respect and honor, Varvara symbolizes strength of spirit, and Lydia refers to the name of an ancient region.

In the past, name days were considered even more important than birthdays, and people paid more attention to the spiritual aspect of life. Today, some of these traditions are still preserved.

Angel Day is a great opportunity to remind loved ones of your care. Warm words can lift your spirits and bring joy, even a short greeting is of great importance.

Don’t forget to congratulate your friends and acquaintances on March 23rd – it’s an easy way to add a little light to their day.

We also recall that on March 20th, people with the names Ivan, Vasyl, Viktor, Maksym, Nikita, Serhiy, Klavdiya, Maria, Alexandra, Svetlana and Ulyana celebrate their name day. This holiday is also associated with the veneration of patron saints and is a great opportunity to congratulate relatives.