Once upon a time, a name day and a person's birthday were the same date. This is due to the fact that the newborn child was named after the Orthodox saint on whose day he was born. Today, this tradition is not necessary to follow - parents can call the baby any name they like. This leads to the fact that Sergey has two holidays - a name day and a birthday. If everything is clear with the last celebration, then in order to congratulate the birthday man on his feast, you need to refer to the church calendar.
Angel's Day, Sergey's name day
Boy, young man, man incredibly lucky! According to the church calendar, Sergey's name day is celebrated seventeen times a year. Let's decide what these dates are according to the new style, and also who is the patron saint of Sergei in Orthodoxy.
| 15.01 | Martyr Sergius |
| 27.01 | Righteous Sergiy Svirsky |
| 2. 04 | Reverend Sergius, killed in the monastery of St. Sava |
| 25.04 | Patriarch of Constantinople, St. Sergius |
| 1. 06 | Reverend Sergius of Shukhtomsky |
| 6. 06 | Martyr Tribune Sergius |
| 11.07 | Two patrons at once - St. Sergius the Wonderworker of Valaam and St. Sergius the Magister |
| 18.07 | Sergius of Radonezh, abbot and miracle worker of all Russia (acquisition of relics) |
| 25.08 | Reverend Sergius |
| 17.09 | Priest Martyr Sergius (Druzhinin), Bishop of Narva |
| 24.09 | Reverend Sergius, miracle worker of Valaam (transfer of relics) |
| 8. 10 | Reverend Abbot Sergius of Radonezh, Wonderworker of All Russia |
| 11.10 | The Obedient Sergius of Kiev-Pechersk, Resting in the Near Caves |
| 20.10 | Reverend Sergius of Volgograd, Nuromsky |
| 23.10 | Rev. Martyr Sergius of Zograf |
| 29.11 | Reverend Sergius of Malopinezhsky |
| 11.12 | Priest Martyr Deacon Sergius |
Sergey's birthday according to the Orthodox calendar is most of all associated with the miracle worker Sergius of Radonezh. Therefore, the most revered day is October 8, according to the new style.
Name origin: first choice
Now we know when Sergey's name day is. Let's delve a little into history. The name comes from the Roman generic Sergius. Translated - "high", "highly respected", "noble".
Scientists who have studied its history have come to the conclusion that the Sergius are an ancient patrician family, whose roots go back to the Trojan past.
Name origin: second choice
The next version is more religious. Another number of researchers argue that the modern Sergei is a version of the ancient name Sergius. It translates as "God's servant".
Another little-known version - the name comes from the name of the fabric "serge". Apparently, it was given to his son by a tailor who worked with such material. In defense of this version, the form Serezhen, popular in the Old Slavonic language.
Name in Russia
In Russia, the variant Sergius was more famous (as we noticed when we considered the name day - Sergey's day). Over time, it transformed into a familiar modern form.
In our country, the peak of the popularity of the name fell on the last century - for sure, among your relatives, friends and acquaintances there will be more than one Sergey. Today, interest in it has faded - apparently due to its prevalence in the recent past.
Astrology
It is interesting to make out, in addition to Sergey's name day, also curious astrological characteristics associated with the bearer of this name:
- Zodiac sign - the name suits Aquarius, Capricorn and Cancer.
- Plant mascot - birch.
- The talisman stone is pearl.
- Colour-talisman - silver.
- Animal mascot - white hare.
- Happy Day - Friday.
- The ruling planet is Venus.
- Happy season is autumn.
About Sergey's character
After Sergey's name day, let's analyze the psychological characteristics of the bearer of such a harmonious name:
- Childhood. In his youth, Sergei is most often a weak and sickly child who needs parental care. But with age, he becomes strong, strong, often finds himself in sports.
- Character. Sergey can be called a courageous person. He prefers decisive action to emotions, but at the same time does not lose the ability to empathize. He is restrained, he keeps his opinion about others to himself. In fact, a sociable and open person. But it can also surprise with its unpredictability. At the same time, he refers to people who do not like to show themselves better than they really are. By nature, Sergey is an optimist who can find a way out of a difficult situation. With all this, he is somewhat touchy.
- Work. In work, Sergei can be described as a conscientious and obligatory employee. This is not the kind of person who needs to be told something twice. He always keeps his promises - like a business partner. As a leader, Sergey can rally an excellent team - he will "stand by the mountain" for his own.
- Hobbies. Most of all, Sergey prefers cinema and music. The bearer of the name likes to take part in amateur performances. Therefore, Sergeys are artists, composers, directors.
- Relationships with loved ones, friends. Sergey takes care of his parents, in the family he is complaisant and accommodating. Never accidentally offend a loved one. However, with his emotional experiences, he tries to cope inalone, without devoting others to their own problems. He is a great friend, loves fun, does not envy his comrades - he is always ready to sincerely rejoice at their success.
- Love, family. Sergei likes calm and complaisant women - he chooses a couple to match his character, and not the opposite of him. Headship in the family may yield to his wife, but in important matters he will not deviate from his own point of view. Willingly helps his wife in economic affairs. But at the same time, Sergey is jealous, there is also a possibility that marriage in his life will not be the only one.
Thus, the name days of the name bearers in the Orthodox calendar are most of all associated with the revered Sergius of Radonezh. However, this is not the only keeper of Sergei. Contact the parents of the birthday boy to find out which Saint Sergius is the patron saint of their son.
