Name days in ancient times depended on the birthday, so parents rarely chose a name for the child in advance. After the birth of the baby, according to the calendar, they looked at which saints were marked on this day.
As a rule, the day of memory of the saint is considered the day of his death and the transition to the kingdom of God. Name days in October, as in other months, according to church calendar there are male and female.
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Name day of a newborn
AT modern world name day, or namesake (which means namesake by name), is celebrated on the day closest to the birth. If the saints the same name several, you can choose one that is closer in spirit and life. In this case, the date of birth does not matter. Often the name day is called the day of the angel, although this name refers to baptism, the date of which may not coincide with the celebration of the saint's day.
In pre-revolutionary Russia, it was customary to name a child according to Christmas time on the eighth day. For example, on October 24, a girl was born. The eighth day after birth falls on October 31st. October 31, women's name days are celebrated by Zlata and Elizabeth, and they were chosen from them. These names could be called a girl born on October 31 or watch Christmas time in early November.
Some religious saints are marked in the church with several days of memory, but the main one is the day of transition to eternal memory, the day of death. Other days of memory are considered small name days..
Parents, sometimes not baptized themselves, often perform the sacrament to protect the child from evil eye and disease. Such a Christian action, carried out not from a pure heart, without observing prayer petitions, communion and confession, usually does not grant protection to the child. For this rite, you need to sincerely believe in God.
The name day is also celebrated, but more modestly than the birthday. It is necessary to read the prayers to the saint, ask for help and thank for the support. You can collect a small table, but without alcohol and noisy events.
Name days for men
According to the church calendar, in October there are many birthdays among boys, young men, and men. In total, there are more than a hundred names in a month. October birthdays in alphabetical order indicating the number the veneration of the holy namesake is as follows:
Alphabetical list of names with enumeration of numbers The name day celebration allows people born at the end of September to know when their angel's day is in October. It is easy to find out who has a men's name day today according to the Orthodox calendar: names and revered saints are indicated on each page.
Women's names
There are much fewer female names whose name day fell in October than male ones. Basically, one name is mentioned daily, less often two or three, but there are days when name days for girls and women are not indicated at all.
AT Orthodox calendar the following names are given:
Important dates in October
Name days on October 13 are for both women and men. The total number of revered saints in the calendar is 15. In the church, this day is considered the celebration of the name of Michael in memory of the saint, who became the first metropolitan of Kievan Rus.
Prince Vladimir, having been baptized in Byzantium, asked to be sent to his homeland a worthy person who could cope with rampant paganism. Michael was such a person. He was engaged in the construction of temples and preached Christianity to the masses. Things were going uphill, the metropolitan did an excellent job with the task.
The next day, October 14, celebrate Pokrov Holy Mother of God. The holiday originated after the attack of Russian troops on Constantinople. The ships off the coast of the city kept the siege. The inhabitants of Constantinople saw the Virgin Mary approaching at night, surrounded by angels. Removing the veil from her head, she covered the worshipers with it to protect them from enemies. Soon the siege ended, and the Russian ships were swept across the sea by a storm. An interesting fact is that the holiday is celebrated by the Russian Church, but in Greece they do not remember it.
Name days on October 27 are celebrated by women with the name Praskovya and men with the names Peter, Nikolai, Nazar, Mikhail, Maximilian, Kuzma, Ignatius.
Many parents, when giving names to their children, try to take into account the days of the name day of their angels. Looking at the church calendar, anyone can choose for their child beautiful name. Each of us should consider in more detail.
The guardian angel (patron saint) for people born on October 27 is St. Paul.
Praskovya
According to the church calendar, October 27- this is the name day of Praskovya Paraskeva Petka, Serbian, Bulgarian, reverend. The Greek name Praskovya comes from the original ancient Paraskeva. For her faith in Christ, the venerable martyr Paraskeva of Rome endured severe persecution, for which she was canonized by the Church as a saint.
The meaning of the name is "Friday". Its owner is endowed with honesty, optimism and cheerfulness. It is impossible to dissemble and deceive her, because she sees through the other person. Any meanness and intrigue is not in her character. This name was given to the famous actress and singer Praskovya Zhemchugova (1768−1803).
There are only seven male names falling on this day.
Peter
122 times a year St. Peter's is venerated. October 27 is the name day of the holy martyr, Priest Peter Lebedev, who was canonized in 2003. The name comes from the ancient Greek Petros, which means "solid", "stone", "reliable". In Europe, derivatives of Peter:
Petra is endowed with an inquisitive nature from birth. They are interested in everything: how the clock works, and why the birds sing. They are very diligent in their studies and do not cease to be formed all their lives. They are professionals, they know how to competently analyze situations, they are prone to mathematics and engineering. As a rule, Petras are strong personalities, they are natural leaders.
Examples of celebrities named Peter: Peter the Great - Emperor of All Russia (1672), Pyotr Chaadaev - Russian philosopher (1794), Pyotr Bartenev (1829) - Russian historian, Pyotr Kapitsa (1894) - Soviet physicist, Nobel Prize winner, and others.
Nicholas
According to the church calendar 
October 27 name day of Nikola Svyatosha, Prince of Chernigov, Pechora. Saint Nicholas is venerated 123 times a year. Translated from the ancient Greek Nikola or Mykola - "winner of the peoples." The ending “bark” was considered by the ancient schismatics to be a dog ending, therefore they rejected the name of Nicholas.
The most revered saint in Russia is Nicholas the Wonderworker (Nikolai Ugodnik). It was from Nikolai Ugodnik that the tradition of giving gifts to everyone for Christmas was born. The saint is also known as the patron saint of all travelers, sailors, fishermen and merchants. In European countries, this name varies:
- Cola.
- Nikola.
- Miklós.
- Nils.
- Klaus.
Nikolai has been very independent since childhood, he does not cause much trouble for his parents. It is distinguished by good health, strength, ingenuity and diligence. Communicative, easy to communicate. It is better for him not to occupy leadership positions, because in some cases he can show uncontrollable cruelty and aggression. He loves to improve his home.
Parents need to take into account all the features of the name, and not only those born on October 27th. Names for boys are the first step in shaping their character.
Nazar
October 27 is the name day of St. Nazarius the Roman, Martyr of Milan. The Hebrew name Nazarius, Nazar, "Nazarene" means "dedicated to God." Saint Nazarius accomplished a feat in the name of God and the faith of Christ. He was a teacher of believers, engaged in the healing of the sick. The pagans tormented him because he rejected idolatry. Nazar's name day is celebrated three times a year.
The name Nazar gives its owner balance, the ability to fantasize and thoroughness in approaching any business. Any profession is comfortable for him. With colleagues, as a rule, restrained. He shows his openness when communicating with friends. Later he will instill his accuracy in children. In marriage, he appreciates the support and understanding of his wife.
Michael
According to the church calendar October 27 is the day of St. Michael the Archangel and Michael of Bulgaria. This saint is venerated 81 times a year. From Hebrew, Michael is translated as "god-like." Christians call him the Great Prince. Many turn to him for mercy, consider him a leader in the fight against the forces of evil. On his behalf, the child receives a gift of good health, activity and strong-willed character.
From a young age, Mikhail has excellent logic and knows how to defend his point of view. Easily offended even by jokes addressed to him. True, he quickly forgives his offenders. Any profession opens to him easily and without problems, he can reach the highest echelons of power. In communication with others, he knows how to joke. For life, he chooses a sympathetic woman who knows how to forgive his quick mood swings. Due to his idealism, any disappointment is hard to experience.
Maximilian
Name day October 27 at Maximilian (Marchenko), holy martyr, hegumen. This name is celebrated five times a year. Its roots come from the cognomen (personal nickname) Maximus ("greatest"). Maxim and Maximilian are similar in pronunciation, but they should not be confused, because they have different days name day.
Maximilians are endowed with increased emotionality, self-confidence and the greatest pride. They are fascinated by literally everything in the world, and they try to deeply study their “hobbies”. Their main feature is adherence to principles in upholding their position.
Maximilian women are loved for their gallantry. The Maximilians adore their children and are good family men. Despite this, family happiness does not always smile at them.
Kuzma
Kuzma, church name cosmos. Derived from Greek name Kosmas - "blacksmith". Saint Kuzmas are venerated 22 times a year. And October 27 is the day of St. Cosmas of Yakhroma. The patron saint of Kuzma is the Monk Cosmas of Maium, the creator of the canons about the Lord.
The lad Kosmas of Yakhroma, seeing an extraordinary healing, took tonsure and became a minister of the church. In the monastery founded by him "Assumption Mother of God He healed the sick with prayer and comforted strangers. His relics, which have the power of healing, are in his abode.
This name conveys cheerfulness and cordiality to the child. It endows him with a penchant for wit and a sense of humor. Maybe he will not always have enough firmness of character, but wit will help him get out of any situation with dignity. The most famous bearer of this name in Russia was Kuzma Minin, a politician and national hero.
Ignatius
October 27th were born Bishop of Mephimne Ignatius the New and Ignatius, Metropolitan of Mephimne. It comes from the Latin ignis, which means "fiery". Saints with that name are venerated 25 times a year. The patron saint of Ignatius is Patriarch Ignatius of Constantinople.
Ignatius have leadership qualities, they know how to lead people. They take life very seriously and responsibly, while forgetting about a sense of humor. This is a capable person in all areas, but on occasion, he will most likely transfer the extra work to another. Likes to study history. The desire to command everyone extends to his children. He cannot stand cardinal changes in his life, which saves his family from divorce.
Many parents now understand that the tradition of giving names to their children at baptism in honor of their saints protects a person, protects him. In the holy calendar you can always find suitable name saint with name day on October 27. There is only one female name for this day.
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The church calendar of holidays for 2019 will tell you whose name day can be celebrated on October 27, as well as which of the saints the church honors on this day.
It is believed that on the name day heavenly patrons all our requests and wishes will be heard. Therefore, it is necessary to celebrate not only a birthday, but a name day, and those who have these two events on the same date will be especially lucky.
According to the calendar, birthdays and birthdays on October 27 are the owners of such female and male names as: Ignat, Nazar and Peter.
And since the church today honors the memory of the Hieromartyr Presbyter Michael Lektorsky, then all the boys and men who bear this name can also be congratulated on the day of the angel.
Mikhail Lektorsky came from a family of a priest and followed in his father's footsteps, first holding the position of teacher-deacon in parochial schools in the villages of the Krasnodar Territory, and then head of the school.
At the beginning of the last century, he became the rector of one of the churches, took care of the spiritual life of the whole district. While being active public figure, a wise man who sacredly reveres all God's commandments and church canons.
In the 1920s, he, a priest and father of four children, was shot by the Bolsheviks along with other hostages after a month and a half of torment, accusing him of carrying out counter-revolutionary activities.
For all the time of torture and at the moment of execution, he showed the strength of his faith and firmness of spirit, glorifying God in the most terrible moments. In the early 2000s, Mikhail Lektorsky was canonized by the Russian Orthodox Church.
Today, more and more often they began to return to the tradition of naming boys and girls at baptism by the name of the one whom the church honors on the child's birthday. This makes the fate of a person happier and provides him with reliable protection.
The ancient Saints will help you choose the most suitable name for your child, you can use them to find out who is celebrating a name day today, as well as find a variety of female and male names for every day of the year.
