Choosing a baby name is a very important decision. It is believed that how you name the baby will depend on his future fate. Each name has its own special energy and meaning, giving its bearer certain qualities and character traits that shape his life path. Therefore, it is necessary to approach this matter very responsibly. You can, of course, just take the name that you like in sound, or name the child after a significant person for you. But there are other selection criteria.
For example, some parents try to choose a name for their baby according to the church calendar. It is also called the calendar or "Saints".
Saints
This list includes all Christian holidays and dates of commemoration of saints canonized by the Russian Orthodox Church. As suchrecognized people who led a pious lifestyle, observing the letter and spirit of church rites. In total, the Saints currently contain almost 2000 names, but their list continues to grow due to the canonization of new personalities.
Almost every day there is a commemoration of one or more saints. By naming a child by the name of a specific righteous person, you provide him with lifelong protection and patronage of this person. However, you should not give children the names of great martyrs, otherwise you will doom them to a difficult life filled with difficulties and hardships.
Birthday, name day and Angel Day
Not everyone clearly knows the difference between these concepts. But if you name a child according to the Saints, then it is necessary to understand him. A birthday is the day a person is physically born. It happens, as you know, once a year, in contrast to name days, which can be celebrated 2 or more times, depending on the number of mentions of the name of the saint in whose honor the child was named in the church calendar. What is Angel Day? It is believed that this is a synonym for name day. However, this interpretation is not entirely correct. The day of the Angel is equivalent to the day of the sacrament of Baptism, when a person receives his name before God, and with it acquires the patronage of a certain saint.
How to choose the right Orthodox name
It is best, of course, to call the baby the name of the righteous man who is revered on his birthday. It is good if there is a choice and there are several canonized personalities. However, names by datechurch calendar are unevenly distributed. It happens that there are too few of them for a specific number and among the existing list you will not find the one that you like. Or maybe all of them will sound too out of date and strange for today's time. Then how to name a child according to the church calendar? First of all, look at which saints are honored the next day, perhaps you will find a suitable name there.
Also, the 8th day from the moment of birth is considered an important church date, because it used to be at this time that the baby was baptized. In addition, the number 8 itself, symbolizing infinity, is sacred for Christians, and promises a long and happy life for a child. Therefore, count 8 days from the birth of your son or daughter, find the corresponding date in the Orthodox calendar and find out what saints it is dedicated to.
Baptism
If you still have not decided how to name the child according to the church calendar, then pay attention to the 40th day of his life and find the right number in the Saints. This date is very important, since it is then that the baby is carried to the temple, and the priest performs the rite of baptism over him, assigning him an Orthodox name, which you can choose from the list available in the monogram for that day.
These are the basic rules for choosing a name according to the church calendar.
Double name
This option is also practiced. If you gave the child a name that is not in the Saints, then at baptism he receives a church name that is close in pronunciation. In this way,a person in worldly life and according to his passport is called, for example, Diana, and his church counterpart is the name Darius. Or - the reverse situation, they want to call the baby the name of a saint, which has long been outdated and in our time will only cause ridicule or mockery of others. In this case, an acoustically similar modern name is selected, which will appear on the birth certificate and which the person will be called in ordinary life.
Meaning of the month of birth
It must be borne in mind that depending on the month in which the child was born, he has a set of certain qualities. From this point of view, the question of how to name a child according to the church calendar becomes even more important, since a correctly chosen name can correct potential negative character traits. Moreover, for boys and girls born in the same month, they may differ.
How to name a girl according to the church calendar
There are much fewer female names in the Saints than male ones. This is due to the fact that among the ministers of the church there were more representatives of the stronger sex. In this case, you can do one of the following methods. For example, choose an analogue of a male name for your daughter, say, call her Sasha, if on the day the girl is born, a saint, whose name is Alexander, is revered. You can also pick up a similar-sounding church name (John-Jeanne, Agrippina-Arina).
Characteristic of each month
January
This month is considered the coldest, because itEpiphany frosts fall. Therefore, girls born in January have a strong willed character, fortitude and the ability to withstand life's difficulties. However, often these qualities develop into stubbornness and unwillingness to put up with other people's shortcomings, hence there may be problems in communicating with peers. To soften the "male" qualities, it is better to give preference to a softer option when choosing a name, such as Irina, Yulia, Elena, Anastasia or Evgenia.
February
Girls born this month are characterized by excessive emotionality and impulsiveness. When making decisions, they are often guided not by logic and common sense, but by feelings and momentary impulses. Such children have good inclinations of a leader, it is only necessary to make their psyche more balanced by choosing a calm and lyrical name. For example, a girl can be called Maria, Inna, Ekaterina or Sofia.
March
The first spring month is reflected in the character of "March" girls. They are very sensitive, modest, afraid to defend their position in a dispute, preferring to give in to an opponent or make a compromise that is sometimes unfavorable for them. But, being non-conflict persons, they easily get along with other people in any environment. They tend to be overly sensitive. These children need to build self-confidence and self-esteem. The best names are Natalia, Anna, Olga, Nadezhda, Marina and Elena.
April
Girls born in April have a very high energy potential. Like spring alreadyfeeling their power over nature, they are ambitious, self-confident, have a powerful inner core that allows them to dominate others. Their character traits also need to be softened due to a gentle and euphonious name. Good options: Daria, Maria, Eva, Irina, Vasilisa.
May
In principle, these girls are similar in character to their April predecessors. In May, nature actively blooms under the influence of an increasingly hot sun. And women born this month have a bright personality, they are not afraid to show it, however, sometimes while offending others. They are distinguished by intolerance and coolness of temper, which can be partially pacified with the help of a correctly chosen name. The following options are most suitable for them: Maria, Tamara, Faina, Zoya, Taisiya and Ksenia.
June
These girls should be praised as often as possible, because they are overly receptive to the world around them, especially to criticism. They have a "fine mental organization", increased vulnerability and resentment. Although in a difficult situation they are able to show will and courage. Vera, Valeria, Elizaveta, Sofia and Anastasia are good names for June girls.
July
Very kind, impressionable and, as a rule, creative people are born this month. But they are characterized by self-doubt, increased criticality and self-doubt. Therefore, such children need constant support, especially moral support from adults and a name that would make them stronger and more determined. Then they will be able to reach great heights in the chosen activity. The girl can be called Margarita, Elena, Olga or Tatiana.
August
It can be considered the month of leaders. It is in August that girls are most often born who have a strong and vibrant charisma that can attract people around them to them. They are smart, charming, artistic, love to be in the spotlight. Able to achieve great success in life. However, they are too dependent on their evaluation by other people. It is better to give such children a double name.
Here are the most suitable female names in August according to the church calendar: Svetlana, Christina, Angelina, Sofia and Anastasia.
September
Girls who were born in the first autumn month have an unstable psyche, they often show increased nervousness and irritability, and it is hard to cope with stress. However, by nature, these children are not conflict and prefer not to get involved in disputes. Such girls are endowed with perseverance, diligence and determination. The name should help them become calmer and more harmonious. Irina, Vera, Raisa, Anna and Natalia - you can choose one of them.
October
Born into the world this month are very practical and reasonable persons, endowed with a critical mind and a pragmatic temperament. They are not characterized by impulsive actions, making decisions, they are guided by logic and common sense. The names Zlata, Marianna, Taisiya, Vera and Ariadna will add a little recklessness and emotionality.
November
In the last month of autumn, when the weather is especially differentsevere disposition, girls are born who are characterized by intransigence, selfishness and excessive obsession with themselves and their desires. But they are often very successful in achieving their goals and know how to get what they want. However, it is worth softening their temper with a more affectionate and "cute" name, such as Anastasia, Maria, Nelly or Elizabeth.
December
Girls born this month are very hot-tempered, ready to explode even over the smallest things. But they also quickly move away, cool down, because by nature they are very kind, honest, they say what they think or feel at a particular moment in time. Suitable names are Ekaterina, Angelina, Anfisa, Vasilisa, Marina, Kira and Alexandra.
How to name a boy according to the church calendar
The choice of names for boys is much wider, since there are much more canonized Orthodox males in the church calendar than females. Moreover, there are often saints with the same name. Therefore, it is advisable to study the biography of the person in whose honor you want to name the child.
Characteristic of each month
January
Boys born this month are self-reliant and independent, but may have difficulty making decisions. They are not very sociable, as a rule, they have few friends, but they remain faithful to the end and are ready to help at any moment. It is best for them to choose a firm and decisive name, such as Alexander, Ivan, Mikhail, Dmitry, Peteror Nicholas.
February
The "February" boys have a somewhat feminine character. They emotionally perceive the surrounding reality, taking everything to heart. But these are people who show great love and care towards their loved ones and those whom they sincerely love.
How to name a child according to the church calendar with such a temperament? The most suitable names are Alexander, Vladimir, Evgeny and Gennady.
March
Pronounced extroverts are born in the first month of spring. They are incredibly optimistic, cheerful, sociable, with a great sense of humor, able to become the soul of the team and cheer up any company. Persistent in achieving the goal. The boy can be called Vasily, Dmitry, Pavel, Gregory or Victor.
April
"April" boys can be compared to the wind. They are constantly on the move, they need change and new sensations. Such people are tired of monotony and routine. Very easy to lift. However, they responsibly approach the creation of their own family and will do everything possible for the happiness and well-being of their loved ones. Name options: Leonid, Dmitry, Nikita, Maxim and Pavel.
May
Boys born in May are endowed with high energy potential and good communication skills, they can find a common language with almost anyone. At the same time, they are very reliable, you can always rely on such people. Male names in May according to the church calendar that suit them: Peter, Sergey, Kirill and Alexei.
June
June boys can be called lucky and minions of fate. They have good he alth, and fortune favors them in life. In the professional and personal spheres, they will succeed, however, only if they can overcome such qualities of their character as restlessness and lack of concentration. Name options: Dmitry, Kirill, Konstantin, Maxim, Nikolay.
July
These are born leaders with excellent organizational skills. Clearly and stubbornly go to the intended goal, creating an optimal strategy for achieving it. Excellent speakers, able to inspire other people to the actions they need, quickly make decisions, even in an extreme situation, while maintaining composure. The names Vladimir, Gleb, Grigory, Peter will suit them.
August
"August" boys are very modest and closed natures. They keep all experiences in themselves, do not like to share them with others. However, they willingly listen to other people's problems, are able to give valuable advice and come to the rescue in difficult times. Men born this month are very reliable, have strong beliefs and values, which they remain faithful to the end. Names: Roman, Mikhail, Plato, Dmitry.
September
In the first month of autumn, bright and charismatic men are born. Among them are many creative and gifted individuals. With their energy and charm, they attract other people to themselves and enchant them. They do not like and do not provoke conflicts. List of possible names: Alexey, Andrey, Victor, Sergey, Vladimir.
October
This month, those who are addicted are born,desperate and gambling personalities. The thirst for new emotions pushes them on adventures, sometimes too risky and crazy. They are able to hit the big jackpot and get rich quickly, and at one moment lose everything. They also have a tendency to drop a business in which they have lost interest halfway through. The name given to him should be calm and "prudent". Options: Boris, George, Grigory, Alexander.
November
November men are wayward, stubborn, intolerant of other people's shortcomings, while looking rather condescendingly at their own. However, they are very honest and straightforward, always saying what they think. It is difficult to communicate with them, but you can be sure that such a person will tell you everything in person, since hypocrisy and duplicity are completely uncharacteristic of them. Suitable names: Dmitry, Pavel, Peter, Sergey, Philip.
December
"December" boys are freedom-loving and stubborn, not tolerant of objections. They should always have the last word. They also cannot stand monotony, they need a constant change of scenery. But, having an emotional explosive nature, such men are often romantics and idealists. The name should contribute to finding inner peace and balance. You can take one of the following: Alexander, Mark, Michael or Peter.
Now you know how to correctly name a child according to the church calendar, taking into account also the month of his birth, and you can choose the most suitable name from the available ones.
