The name Anatoly came to us from Greece, the words "anatolikos" and "anatole" forming it mean "eastern" and "sunrise" respectively. Therefore, the name Anatoly is interpreted as "morning, clear".
This name became most popular after the 20s of the last century. Boys were called Anatoly less in the sixties.
How to choose a name day
Many people celebrate name days in addition to their birthday. Anatoly celebrates the day of the angel, when the day comes to honor one of the saints with this name. By the way, there are a lot of them. Therefore, Anatoly can celebrate this day several times a year.
Angel Day Anatoly according to the church calendar celebrates January 23, in February (7 and 19), May 6. Those born in the summer can choose from the following dates: July 16 and 19 or August 6, 11, 12. And in the fall, Anatoly, who celebrates the day of the angel, may prefer September 15 or November days: the 3rd, 13th and 19th. Plus the 3rd and 23rd of the last month of the year.
Which of the saints are remembered these days?
Anatoly of Constantinople
He is considered the most revered patron of Anatoliy, who was born in Alexandria. Hewas engaged in philosophy, took an active part in the construction and arrangement of churches, and after taking the dignity he served as a deacon during the time of Cyril of Alexandria.
This saint during his lifetime zealously fought for the purity of Orthodoxy and tried to eradicate various false teachings. In books on worship you can find verses of this saint.
Anatoly of Nicaea
This great martyr, thanks to his merchant origin, is the patron of merchants. Prayers to this saint increase the turnover, and the icon must be in those men who lack confidence and prudence - qualities so necessary for a successful career and creating a strong family.
Associated with this holy day of the angel, Anatoly will be able to celebrate on July 16.
Anatoly the Warrior
The story of this holy martyr is connected with George the Victorious, whose torment he watched and was struck by the stamina of the saint. Anatoly was a witness of how God's grace is able to keep a person unharmed. What he saw made him believe in the Son of God, which he announced, for which he was immediately beheaded.
Anatoly Optinsky (senior)
This saint lived in the nineteenth century. Raised in an ordinary family, Anatoly graduated from a theological seminary and began working as a civil servant in the Treasury on the financial side. Layman Alexei Moiseevich took monastic vows after the Lord saved him from consumption, which was incurable at that time. So the future appeared in the Optina Desertreverend elder.
He had an amazing ability to soothe worries, relieve pain, tune in to the upcoming trials. He could spiritually prepare a person for approaching death. The Lord gave him insight and the gift of healing.
The most difficult test for the saint himself was the death of his spiritual mentor, which he could not come to terms with.
Anatoly Optinsky (Potapov)
The Reverend was called a comforter for his sensitive heart. He was endowed with a healing gift and insight.
In the post-revolutionary years, when persecution fell upon the clergy, the disciples persuaded the elder to leave Optina Hermitage, but he did not agree to leave the holy monastery. When they were about to arrest him, he convinced the Chekists to give him time to get ready. Early in the morning he said a prayer and before they came for him, he died.
Characteristic features of Anatoliev
When exactly Anatoly will celebrate the day of the angel, what date, usually determines the date of birth of a man with this name. Name days closest to this moment are selected.
But all Anatolia have things in common. These are smart men who can easily find a common language with different people. They make good leaders, because thanks to their heightened sense of justice, they will deservely encourage and tactfully point out the shortcomings and mistakes of people.
Regardless of when Anatoly celebrates the day of the angel, a man with this name belongs to creative natures and knows how to earnmoney, has a great imagination and developed intuition.
In marriage, Anatoly prefers his wife to dominate, and experiences difficulties in raising children. Often, the bearers of this name have great sexual experience, but carefully hide their inner world from numerous partners. It is simply vital for them to feel wanted and needed.
