The name is given to us from birth and for life. Needless to say, it is worth approaching his choice with complete seriousness. It’s not for nothing that they say about a yacht, the sailing of which directly depends on its name.
In Soviet and post-Soviet times, children were tried to be called either the most exotic names then, for example, Diana, or the most common, such as Elena, Irina, Svetlana. Now, most parents, before choosing a name for their child, consult with church ministers or, at worst, read special literature.
In old times
Previously, female Orthodox names and names for boys were chosen in honor of the beloved saint in the family. And no matter what day the baby was born. Traditionally, the priest looked in the church calendar, which of the saints the church honors on the baby’s birthday. In his honor, the child was named. Thus, after the sacrament of baptism, a little man received not only a name, but also his patron.
But it also happens that female Orthodox names are absent on the right day. Then the name was chosen from the next or even nearby days, up to the 8th. But here everything depended on the kindness of the priest. Names such as Tranquillin, Akaki, or Bidzin, found in old books, indicate that the kindness of priests was not always manifested.
Female Orthodox names, as well as any others, have their own meanings, which should become an important factor when choosing a name for a child. For example, you called the girl Polina, and the meaning of the name is literally “wave destroying”. Get ready for the fact that the girl will be very active, domineering, moving towards her goal, no matter what.
An excellent source, never losing its relevance and offering Orthodox female names, can be considered Orthodox Christmas time. People who have names in honor of saints or great martyrs who patronize this day acquire a guardian angel for life. So, make the right choice!
How are female Orthodox names selected
According to Christian custom, every day is a day of remembrance of one or more saints. And in order to choose the right Orthodox women's names according to the church calendar, there are several rules.
Birthday. The calendar offers a choice of the name of the saint, which will become the name of the baby. It will protect the girl all her life.
The eighth day. 8 is considered a symbol of eternity and a holy number in the Christian faith. Previously, newborns were baptized on that day. And the names of the eighth day are considered the most successful and bring easy and bright life.
On the fortieth day after the birth, the baby is brought to the temple to perform the sacrament of Baptism.
Name day is the day of the celebration of the name of the Angel, which they called the newborn. In former times, name days were celebrated with great chic, went to church and lit a candle to their patron.
Choose the names correctly, they will patronize your child and protect him from all the hardships of life!
