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ID	Country Name	Assigned Names
1	Afghanistan	January 4: Zahir, Hamid, Karzai March 8: Fawzia, Shukria, Malalai March 21: Nowruz (symbolic), Rokhshana, Shamsuddin April 27: Ahmad, Ismail, Rabbani May 1: Ali, Habib, Sahar August 15: Hibatullah, Zabihullah August 19: Amanullah, Nadir, Rahman September 9: Massoud September 13: Martyr (symbolic), Javid, Shaheed 07-31: Rajendra, Ghadage
2	Albania	January 1: Basil (Vasil, Vasili) January 6: Jani, Gjon, Jona February 3: Blaise (Blaz, Blazi) March 19: Joseph (Jozef) March 25: Maria, Marije, Mimoza April 23: Gjergj June 24: Gjon, Jon, Jona June 29: Pjetër, Pali August 15: Maria, Marije September 5: Tereza September 29: Mikel October 4: Françesk, Fran November 30: Andrea December 6: Nikoll, Nikola December 25: Kristian, Kristina, Noel, Natal
3	Algeria	January 1: Yennayer (symbolic) March 8: Djamila, Lalla, Assia March 19: Houari, Benyoucef, Larbi April 16: Benbadis May 8: Khelifa, Saïd, Fatma July 5: Zighoud, Ali, Abane, Yamina October 17: Nassima, Mokhtar, Farid November 1: Mohamed, Mustapha, Krim, Zohra
4	Andorra	January 17: Antoni February 5: Àgueda March 19: Josep April 23: Jordi June 24: Joan, Joana June 29: Pere, Pau July 25: Jaume August 15: Maria, Mariona September 8: Meritxell October 4: Francesc November 1: Tots Sants (All Saints) December 6: Nicolau December 25: Cristina, Cristòfol, Noel
5	Angola	January 4: Cassule, Domingos February 4: Paulo, Joana, Miguel March 8: Maria, Rosa, Antónia April 4: Paz (symbolic), José, Manuel May 25: Africa (symbolic), Agostinho June 1: Criança (symbolic), Esperança September 17: Agostinho November 11: Independência (symbolic), José, Ana December 25: Cristina, Natal, Emmanuel
6	Antigua and Barbuda	January 1: Victoria February 14: Valentine March 8: Verna, Agnes November 1: Vivian, Faith, Hope December 25: Noel, Natalie, Christopher
7	Argentina	March 19: José, Josefina April 7: Juan, Juana July 9: Manuel, Belgrano, Dolores August 15: María, Marina October 12: Cristóbal December 8: Inés, Concepción
8	Armenia	January 6: Hovhannes, Aram, Mariam March 8: Anahit, Shoghik April 24: Vartan, Zabel, Armen May 28: Tigran, Satenik September 21: Hayk, Lilit
9	Australia	January 26: Matilda, Jack, Bruce March 8: Kylie, Olivia, Ruby April 25: Anzac (symbolic), Digby, Gallipoli June 8: Elizabeth December 25: Noel, Christian, Holly
10	Austria	January 1: Neujahr, Manuel, Sylvester January 6: Kaspar, Melchior, Balthasar March 19: Josef, Josefa June 29: Peter, Paul August 15: Maria, Marianne, Marlene October 26: Helmut, Leopold, Austria (symbolic) December 6: Nikolaus
11	Azerbaijan	January 20: Ilham, Sevinj, Elvin March 8: Khadija, Aygun, Nigar May 10: Heydar May 28: Mammad, Afag, Sabir October 18: Indira, Azad, Rahim November 12: Konstitusiya (symbolic), Leyla, Farid
12	Bahamas	January 10: Lynden, Freedom, Indira March 8: Pearline, Georgina, Faith July 10: Bahama, Lucaya, Sovereign October 12: Christopher, Isabella, Columbus December 26: Junkanoo (symbolic), Festus, Carnella
13	Bahrain	January 1: Salman, Isa March 8: Fatima, Zainab, Amal May 16: Isa December 16: Hamad, Khalifa, Bahrain (symbolic) December 17: Nasser, Faisal, Sabeeka
14	Bangladesh	February 21: Rafiq, Barkat, Salauddin March 17: Mujib March 26: Swadhin, Bangla, Joy December 16: Bijoy, Tajuddin, Noorjahan
15	Barbados	January 21: Errol March 8: Robyn, Rihanna, Grace November 30: Barrow, Barbados, Freedom December 25: Noel, Joy, Emmanuel
16	Belarus	January 7: Yury, Nina, Irina January 19: Ivan, Yana February 15: Simeon, Anna May 6: George (Yury, Georgi) June 24: Ivan, Ioann, Ivanka August 28: Maria, Masha, Mariya September 14: Kuzma, Damian November 21: Mikhail, Mikola, Michalina December 25: Natalya, Kristina, Roman
17	Belgium	January 17: Antoine, Toon February 3: Blaise, Blasius March 19: Joseph, Jozef, Josiane June 13: Antoine, Twan July 22: Marie-Madeleine, Magdalena October 4: François, Franciscus November 11: Martin, Maarten December 6: Nicolas, Niklaas
18	Belize	March 9: Barrow, Philip March 8: Dorla, Lisel, Carla September 10: George, Elston, Baymen September 21: Independencia, Belicia, Patrick December 25: Emmanuel, Joy, Christopher
19	Benin	January 10: Vodoun, Dada, Ahoua March 8: Chantal, Edwige, Clarisse August 1: Mathieu, Kerekou, Benin November 30: Alphonse, Sossa, Nestor December 25: Noël, Gloria, Ange
20	Bhutan	February 21: Jigme, Khesar, Jetsun March 8: Dechen, Sonam, Pema May 2: Jigme, Dorji, Wangchuck July 13: Guru, Rinpoche, Padma December 17: Ugyen, Tenzin, Tashi
21	Bolivia	January 22: Bolívar March 8: Juana, Bartolina May 27: Heroína (symbolic), Adela, Josefa August 6: Boliviano, Sucre December 25: Emmanuel, Natalia
22	Bosnia and Herzegovina	January 9: Mehmed, Katarina March 1: Bosna, Zlatko, Sabina March 8: Lejla, Emina, Aida July 11: Srebrenica, Nermin, Fatima December 25: Ivan, Marija
23	Botswana	March 8: Naledi, Kesa, Lorato April 1: Seretse July 1: Unity, Kagiso, Botswana September 30: Independence, Mpho, Dikgosi December 25: Tebogo, Keresemose
24	Brazil	January 20: Sebastião, Inácio March 8: Maria, Clara, Jandira June 13: Antônio, Tônio September 7: Pedro, Independência December 25: Natal, Cristiano, Emmanuel
25	Brunei	February 23: Hassanal, Bolkiah March 8: Aminah, Nurul, Siti July 15: Ali, Pengiran, Omar August 14: Independensi, Raja, Brunei December 25: Isa, Yusuf
26	Bulgaria	January 1: Vasil, Vasilka January 6: Yordan, Yordanka March 1: Baba, Marta March 25: Blagovest, Blagovesta April 23: Georgi, Gergana May 6: Hristo, Hristina August 15: Maria, Mariana, Mariya December 6: Nikolay, Nikolina December 25: Hristos, Boryana, Emanuel
27	Burkina Faso	March 8: Aminata, Awa, Fati March 21: Thomas, Faso, Blaise August 5: Ouaga, Sékou, Faso October 15: Sankara, Mariam December 25: Emmanuel, Noël, Christelle
28	Burundi	March 8: Nadine, Chantal, Aline July 1: Melchior, Ndadaye October 13: Rwagasore, Louis November 1: Toussaint, Esperance December 25: Emmanuel, Benigne, Gloria
29	Cabo Verde	January 13: Aristides, Amílcar March 8: Júlia, Filomena, Elisa July 5: Liberdade, Cabral, Vitória September 12: Amílcar December 25: Emanuel, Natalina, Noel
30	Cambodia	January 7: Sopheap, Chenda March 8: Srey, Kanha, Malis April 14: Chhouk, Piseth, Sovann May 1: Samnang, Khema December 25: Emmanuel, Sokchea
31	Cameroon	January 1: Paul, Unity, Felix February 11: Emmanuel, Marthe, Youth March 8: Thérèse, Clarisse, Monique May 20: Ahmadou, Paul, République December 25: Noël, Emmanuel, Christelle
32	Canada	February 15: Louis, George March 8: Margaret, Viola, Agnes July 1: Justin, Canada, Maple November 11: Remembrance, Poppy, John December 25: Noël, Emmanuel, Mary
33	Central African Republic	March 8: Marie, Francine, Chantal March 29: Barthélemy, Boganda April 30: Unity, Afrique December 1: David, République December 25: Christelle, Emmanuel, Grâce
34	Chad	March 8: Halima, Amina, Hadja April 13: Tombalbaye, Ngarta August 11: Chad, Libération, Idriss November 28: Félix, Déby, Nation December 25: Emmanuel, Noël, Marie
35	Chile	March 8: Gabriela, Isabel, Francisca April 21: Arturo, Carrera, Esmeralda September 18: Libertad, Bernardo, Chile October 12: Cristóbal, Colon, América December 25: Jesús, Emmanuel, Estrella
36	China	February 4: Chun, Mei, Long March 8: Hua, Xiulan, Qing May 4: Wen, Yanan, Zedong October 1: Zhong, Hua, Guoqiang December 25: An, Xin, Shèngdàn
37	Colombia	March 8: Luz, Carmen, Teresa July 20: Simón, Libertad, Bolívar August 7: Santander, Rafael November 1: Todos, Santos December 25: Emmanuel, Jesús, Maria
38	Comoros	March 8: Amina, Hadija, Zahra July 6: Ali, Ahmed, Comores November 2: Maji, Bahari December 25: Imani, Salama
39	Congo, Democratic Republic of the	March 8: Antoinette, Edith, Julienne April 4: Démocratie, Denis, Congo August 15: Patrice, Marien December 25: Emmanuel, Grâce, Noël
40	Congo, Republic of the	March 8: Espérance, Joséphine, Alphonsine January 17: Patrice June 30: Laurent, Congo, Kabila December 25: Emmanuel, Christelle, Noël
41	Costa Rica	March 8: Laura, María, Carolina April 11: Juan, Santa, Mora September 15: Patria, José, Libertad November 2: Santos, Esperanza, Luz December 25: Emmanuel, Gloria, Jesús
42	Croatia	March 8: Awa, Kouassi, Akissi April 7: Houphouët, Félix August 7: Paix, Liberté, Ivoire November 15: Gbagbo, Alassane December 25: Noël, Christelle, Emmanuel
43	Cuba	January 1: Ivan, Kristina, Mirko February 3: Blaž, Blaženka March 19: Josip, Josipa April 23: Juraj, Jurica December 13: Lucija December 25: Emanuel, Kristina, Božić
44	Cyprus	March 8: Celia, Marta, Caridad July 26: Fidel, Camilo, Moncada October 10: Carlos, Cespedes November 27: Ignacio, Rafael December 25: Jesús, María, Noel
45	Czech Republic	January 6: Vasilis, Fotis March 25: Evangelos, Evangelia August 15: Maria, Panayiota September 14: Stavros, Stavroula December 6: Nikolaos, Niki
46	Denmark	January 3: Radmila, Radovan March 19: Josef, Josefa April 24: Jiří July 5: Cyril, Metoděj December 4: Barbora December 6: Mikuláš December 25: Kristýna, Emanuel
47	Djibouti	January 19: Knud March 8: Anne, Karen, Mette June 15: Valdemar, Margrethe December 6: Nikolaj, Niels December 25: Kristoffer, Maria, Emmanuel
48	Dominica	March 8: Ayaan, Hawa, Nimo June 27: Hassan, Ismail August 1: Republic, Djama, Hodan December 25: Yasmin, Emmanuel (minority)
49	Dominican Republic	March 8: Clarice, Marisol, Jeanette November 3: Dame, Eugenia, Patrick December 25: Emmanuel, Joy, Noel
50	Ecuador	January 21: Altagracia, Gracia March 8: Ana, Maria, Juana February 27: Duarte, Independencia, Patria August 16: Restauración, Gregorio, Santiago December 25: Emmanuel, Jesús, Belén
51	Egypt	January 5: Eugenio March 8: María, Dolores March 13: Vicente April 21: Eloy July 24: Simón August 10: Juan, Manuel September 24: Mercedes October 9: José November 3: Cuenca December 25: Emmanuel, María
52	El Salvador	January 7: Mariam, Emmanuel March 8: Nawal, Fatima June 18: Mohamed, Gamal July 23: Nasser, Anwar October 6: Sadat, Hosni December 25: Mariam, George
53	Equatorial Guinea	March 24: Óscar March 8: María, Rosa August 6: Salvador September 15: José, Dolores December 12: Guadalupe December 25: Emmanuel, María
54	Eritrea	March 8: María, Teresa April 10: Macías June 5: Obiang October 12: Independence December 25: Emmanuel, María
55	Estonia	March 8: Almaz, Helen May 24: Isaias, Fessehaye September 1: Hamid, Ibrahim November 20: Mebrahtu, Kidane December 25: Emmanuel, Mary
56	Eswatini	February 24: Konstantin, Lennart March 8: Maarika, Anneli June 23: Jaan June 24: Johannes December 25: Kristjan, Maria
57	Ethiopia	April 19: Sobhuza March 8: Nondumiso, Zodwa July 22: Mswati September 6: Independence December 25: Emmanuel, Maria
58	Fiji	January 7: Yeshua, Mariam March 2: Menelik, Taitu March 8: Aster, Almaz May 5: Haile, Selassie September 11: Kidus Yohannes
59	Finland	March 8: Mere, Adi July 22: Ratu October 10: Cakobau, Josefa December 25: Emmanuel, Maria
60	France	February 5: Johan March 8: Aino, Helmi June 4: Carl December 6: Independence December 25: Kristiina, Mikael
61	Gabon	January 6: Gaspard, Melchior May 8: Jeanne July 14: Marianne November 11: Georges, Armistice December 25: Emmanuel, Marie
62	Gambia	March 8: Mireille, Gisèle April 10: Léon August 17: Independence December 25: Emmanuel, Marie
63	Georgia	February 18: Dawda March 8: Fatou, Isatou December 25: Emmanuel, Mariama
64	Germany	January 14: Basil May 26: Noe August 28: Mariam November 23: George December 25: Emmanuel, Mariami
65	Ghana	January 6: Kaspar, Melchior May 1: Josef June 24: Johannes October 3: Helmut, Angela December 6: Nikolaus
66	Greece	March 6: Kwame, Akua March 8: Abena, Akosua July 1: Nkrumah December 25: Emmanuel, Mary
67	Grenada	January 1: Basil January 7: John January 17: Anthony January 18: Athanasios, Cyril January 20: Euthymios January 25: Gregory January 30: Basil, Gregory, John February 3: Symeon February 10: Haralambos February 17: Theodore February 26: Photini March 25: Mary April 23: George April 25: Mark May 5: Irene May 8: John the Theologian May 21: Constantine, Helen June 11: Bartholomew, Barnabas June 30: Apostles July 1: Cosmas, Damian July 17: Marina July 20: Elias July 22: Mary Magdalene July 25: Anna July 26: Paraskevi July 27: Panteleimon August 6: Sotirios August 15: Mary August 27: Phanourios August 29: John September 1: Symeon September 8: Mary September 14: Stavros September 17: Sophia, Faith, Hope, Love September 23: John September 26: John the Theologian October 18: Luke October 26: Demetrios November 1: Cosmas, Damian November 8: Michael, Gabriel November 9: Nektarios November 11: Menas November 14: Philip November 16: Matthew November 25: Catherine November 30: Andrew December 4: Barbara December 5: Savas December 6: Nicholas December 9: Anna December 12: Spyridon December 25: Emmanuel December 27: Stephen
68	Guatemala	February 7: Maurice March 8: Andrea, Keisha October 19: Bishop December 25: Emmanuel, Maria
69	Guinea	March 8: Rosa, Ana June 17: Padre September 15: José, Dolores December 12: Guadalupe December 25: Jesús, María
70	Guinea-Bissau	March 8: Aissatou, Fanta October 2: Sékou December 25: Emmanuel, Mariama
71	Guyana	March 8: Augusta, Binta September 24: Amílcar December 25: Emmanuel, Teresa
72	Haiti	February 23: Cuffy March 8: Indira, Simone December 25: Emmanuel, Mary
73	Honduras	January 1: Jean-Jacques March 8: Mireille, Monique October 17: Dessalines December 25: Emmanuel, Marie
74	Hungary	February 11: Bernadette March 19: Joseph June 29: Peter, Paul October 22: John Paul December 8: Mary December 25: Jesus
75	Iceland	March 8: Ana, Teresa September 15: José, Francisco December 25: Jesús, María
76	India	January 1: Fruzsina January 2: Ábel January 3: Genovéva January 4: Titusz January 5: Simon January 6: Boldizsár January 7: Attila January 8: Gyöngyvér January 9: Marcell January 10: Melánia February 14: Valentin March 19: József March 25: Irén April 12: Gyula May 4: Mónika June 8: Medárd July 2: Ottó August 20: István September 1: Egyed October 28: Simon, Szimonetta November 19: Erzsébet December 6: Miklós December 24: Ádám, Éva December 25: Eugénia
77	Indonesia	June 17: Jón December 6: Nikulás December 25: Kristján, María
78	Iran	January 26: Rajendra, Nehru March 8: Indira, Savitri October 2: Gandhi, Mohan December 25: Emmanuel, Mary
79	Iraq	March 8: Kartini, Dewi April 21: Kartini May 1: Sukarno June 1: Pancasila June 6: Sukarno August 17: Merdeka December 25: Yesus, Maria
80	Ireland	March 8: Fatemeh, Narges March 20: Nowruz April 1: Khomeini, Ruhollah June 3: Khomeini December 25: Isa
81	Israel	March 8: Zaynab, Fatimah April 9: Saddam October 3: Faisal, Ghazi December 25: Emmanuel, Mariam
82	Italy	March 17: Patrick April 23: George August 15: Mary November 1: All Saints December 6: Nicholas December 25: Joseph, Mary
83	Ivory Coast	April 18: Herzl, Theodor April/May: Golda May/June: Ruth December 25: Emmanuel
84	Jamaica	January 6: Epifania March 19: Giuseppe April 25: Marco June 13: Antonio June 24: Giovanni October 4: Francesco December 6: Nicola December 25: Gesù, Maria
85	Japan	February 6: Bob March 8: Nanny, Simone August 6: George, Norman December 25: Emmanuel, Mary
86	Jordan	February 11: Jimmu March 8: Yoko, Aiko December 23: Akihito February 23: Naruhito December 25: Iesu
87	Kazakhstan	March 8: Fatima, Aisha May 25: Abdullah June 14: Hussein October 14: Nasser December 25: Issa, Mariam
88	Kenya	March 8: Gulnara, Aida March 22: Nauryz July 6: Astana, Nursultan December 1: Nursultan December 25: Isa, Maria
89	Kiribati	October 20: Dedan, Kimathi December 12: Jomo March 8: Wangari December 25: Emmanuel, Mary
90	Korea, North	July 11: Teburoro, Taneti March 8: Teretia December 25: Iesu, Maria
91	Korea, South	February 25: Sabah March 8: Fatima, Amal December 25: Mariam, Yousuf
92	Kosovo	March 24: Akaev August 31: Manas March 8: Aigul, Gulzat December 25: Isa, Maria
93	Kuwait	March 8: Khampheng, Chanthaly December 2: Kaysone December 25: Emmanuel, Marie
94	Kyrgyzstan	March 8: Maija, Zane November 18: Karlis, Janis December 6: Nikolaus June 23: Janis June 24: Janis, Līgo December 25: Kristaps, Marija
95	Laos	March 25: Mary September 14: Cross November 22: Bechara December 4: Barbara December 6: Nicholas December 25: Jesus
96	Latvia	March 11: Mantsopa April 4: Joshua June 14: Letsie October 4: Moshoeshoe December 25: Emmanuel
97	Lebanon	February 17: Revolution March 2: Jamahiriya April 7: Students September 1: Muammar December 24: Idris
98	Lesotho	February 2: Candlemas March 19: Joseph August 15: Maria September 8: Nativity October 15: Josef December 25: Jesus
99	Liberia	February 16: Jonas March 11: Vytautas June 24: Jonas July 6: Mindaugas November 1: All Saints December 25: Kalėdos
100	Libya	January 23: Charlotte June 23: Guillaume September 10: Michel December 6: Nicolas December 25: Noël
101	Liechtenstein	March 29: Philibert June 26: Independence December 25: Kristy November 1: Saints August 15: Maria
102	Lithuania	January 15: John July 6: Kamuzu October 14: Mother December 25: Yesu March 3: Martyrs
103	Luxembourg	August 31: Merdeka September 16: Malaysia March 8: Fatimah, Siti December 25: Emmanuel, Mary
104	Madagascar	July 26: Mohamed, Ibrahim November 11: Nasir March 8: Aishath, Aminath December 25: Isa, Maryam
105	Malawi	September 22: Modibo March 8: Mariam, Awa December 25: Emmanuel, Marie
106	Malaysia	February 10: Paul March 19: Joseph June 29: Peter, Paul December 8: Mary December 25: Emmanuel, Mary
107	Maldives	May 1: Labor March 1: Bravo March 8: Lani, Maria December 25: Emmanuel, Mary
108	Mali	November 28: Moktar March 8: Aïcha, Mouna December 25: Isa, Mariam
109	Malta	March 12: Seewoosagur March 8: Anusha, Shalini December 25: Emmanuel, Mary
110	Marshall Islands	February 5: Benito March 21: Benito September 16: Miguel December 12: Guadalupe December 25: Jesús, María
111	Mauritania	May 10: Tosiwo March 8: Emeliana, Maria December 25: Emmanuel, Mary
112	Mauritius	August 27: Ștefan March 8: Elena, Maria December 25: Emanuel, Maria
113	Mexico	November 19: Rainier, Albert March 8: Antoinette, Louise December 25: Emmanuel, Marie
114	Micronesia	July 11: Kambanda March 8: Naran, Tuya December 25: Isa, Maria
115	Moldova	July 13: Nikola May 21: Referendum December 19: Danilo October 31: Lovćen November 13: Cetinje
116	Monaco	November 13: Hassan II March 8: Fatima, Amina December 25: Mariam, Youssef
117	Mongolia	July 12: Samora March 8: Maria, Lurdes December 25: Emanuel, Maria
118	Montenegro	January 4: Aung San March 2: Ne Win July 19: Martyrs December 25: Christmas November 30: Tazaungdaing
119	Morocco	September 21: Seretse March 8: Ndeenda, Martha December 25: Immanuel, Maria
120	Mozambique	March 8: Ayelech, Wubitu January 31: Hammer December 25: Isa, Maria
121	Myanmar	February 4: Dissanayake March 8: Laxmi, Sita December 25: Emmanuel, Mary
122	Namibia	April 27: Willem May 5: Bevrijding December 5: Sinterklaas
123	Nauru	July 10: Omar February 6: Waitangi March 8: Aroha, Moana December 25: Emmanuel, Mary
124	Nepal	July 19: Daniel, Matu’u March 8: Maria, Juana September 15: Ruben
125	Netherlands	March 8: Aisha, Mariam December 18: Diori December 25: Emmanuel, Marie
126	New Zealand	October 1: Nnamdi March 8: Ngozi, Amina December 25: Emmanuel, Mary
127	Nicaragua	August 2: Ilinden October 11: Goce March 8: Marija, Elena December 25: Emanuel, Marija
128	Niger	July 12: Murtala May 17: Constitution March 8: Ingrid, Anna December 25: Emmanuel, Maria
129	Nigeria	November 18: Qaboos July 23: Renaissance December 25: Isa March 21: Mother May 1: Labor
130	North Macedonia	August 14: Zulfikar March 23: Iqbal March 8: Fatima, Malala December 25: Jinnah
131	Norway	March 15: Constitution May 5: President October 1: Independence December 25: Jesus
132	Oman	January 1: George May 15: Nakba November 15: Independence December 25: Issa
133	Pakistan	November 3: Guillermo January 9: Martyrs March 8: Ana, Marisol December 25: Emmanuel, María
134	Palau	September 16: Independence December 25: Christmas June 24: John March 8: Women August 26: Repentance
135	Palestine	July 9: Pedro, Andres March 1: Heroes March 8: Carmen, Rosa December 25: Emmanuel, María
136	Panama	July 28: José, Simón August 30: Rosa March 8: María, Juana December 25: Emmanuel, María
137	Papua New Guinea	June 12: Lapu-Lapu, Andres August 21: Ninoy November 30: Bonifacio December 30: Rizal March 8: Maria, Luningning December 25: Emmanuel, Maria
138	Paraguay	June 10: Luís, Camões April 25: Freedom March 8: Ana, Catarina December 25: Emanuel, Maria
139	Peru	May 22: Sheikh Tamim December 18: Jassim March 8: Fatima, Mariam December 25: Isa, Maryam
140	Philippines	December 1: Ferdinand, Alba March 1: Mărțișor March 8: Elena, Ana December 25: Emanuel, Maria
141	Poland	June 12: Russia March 8: Elena, Svetlana November 4: National Unity December 25: Emmanuel, Maria
142	Portugal	July 1: Kagame April 7: Genocide March 8: Agnes, Aline December 25: Emmanuel, Marie
143	Qatar	September 19: Kennedy, Bradshaw March 8: Mary, Josephine December 25: Emmanuel, Maria
144	Romania	February 22: George, Charles October 17: Hewanorra March 8: Mary, Florence December 25: Emmanuel, Maria
145	Russia	July 1: Grant, Joshua October 27: Milton March 8: Maria, Grace December 25: Emmanuel, Mary
146	Rwanda	March 8: Christina, Sandra June 1: Malietoa, Tamasese December 25: Emmanuel, Maria
147	Saint Kitts and Nevis	March 8: Grace, Ruth July 28: Marino, Leo December 25: Emmanuel, Maria
148	Saint Lucia	July 5: Agostinho, Neto March 8: Maria, Celestina December 25: Emmanuel, Maria
149	Saint Vincent and the Grenadines	September 23: Salman March 8: Fatima, Huda December 25: Isa, Mariam
150	Samoa	April 27: Senghor March 8: Awa, Mariama December 25: Emmanuel, Marie
151	San Marino	September 15: Milica January 27: Sava March 8: Milena, Ivana December 25: Emanuel, Marija
152	Sao Tome and Principe	February 18: Dlamini March 8: Agnes, Marie December 25: Emmanuel, Maria
153	Saudi Arabia	September 27: Bai, Gbassay March 8: Fatmata, Aminata December 25: Emmanuel, Mariama
154	Senegal	August 9: Lee, Goh March 8: Mei, Anita December 25: Emmanuel, Mary
155	Serbia	July 17: Dubček, Jan September 1: Constitution March 8: Jana, Lucia December 25: Emanuel, Maria
156	Seychelles	June 25: Jože, France March 8: Marija, Ana December 25: Emanuel, Marija
157	Sierra Leone	July 7: Independence December 25: Christmas June 1: Children November 1: Saints
158	Singapore	July 1: Independence October 21: Siad November 20: Child December 25: Isa
159	Slovakia	July 1: Mandela, Biko April 27: Freedom March 8: Thandiwe, Zanele December 25: Emmanuel, Maria
160	Slovenia	August 15: Liberation March 1: Samil, Yu Gwan-sun October 3: Dangun December 25: Emmanuel, Maria
161	Solomon Islands	September 6: Salva, Garang July 9: Independence March 8: Nyamal, Aluel December 25: Emmanuel, Mary
162	Somalia	January 6: Reyes March 19: José July 25: Santiago August 15: María October 12: Pilar December 6: Constitución
163	South Africa	February 4: Independence May: Buddha June: Mahinda November 14: Children December 25: Christmas
164	South Sudan	February 27: Tariq, Hasan March 8: Aisha, Fatima December 25: Emmanuel, Mariam
165	Spain	November 25: Independence October 10: Maroons July 1: Keti Koti December 25: Christmas
166	Sri Lanka	January 13: Knut June 6: Gustav December 13: Lucia May 1: Workers April 30: Valborg
167	Sudan	August 1: Confederation December 6: Nicholas January 2: Berchtold November 1: All Saints
168	Suriname	March 8: Samira, Alia April 17: Independence December 25: Emmanuel, Mariam
169	Sweden	September 9: Independence March 21: Nowruz November 16: National Unity
170	Switzerland	January 1: Kai, Xin February 28: Jing, Mei March 8: Mei, Lian October 10: Sun, Yat-sen December 25: Emmanuel, Maria
171	Syria	January 12: Nyerere, Julius April 26: Union May 1: Kazimoto, Wema July 7: Saba October 14: Nyerere December 9: Nyerere, Uhuru December 25: Emmanuel, Maria
172	Taiwan	January 1: Chai, Ananda April 6: Chakri May 5: Coronation August 12: Sirikit October 13: Bhumibol December 5: Bhumibol, Rama December 10: Constitution December 25: Emmanuel, Maria
173	Tajikistan	May 20: Restoration November 12: Santa Cruz December 25: Natal March 8: Women
174	Tanzania	January 13: Eyadema April 27: Independence June 21: Music September 23: Cultural December 25: Emmanuel, Mariam
175	Thailand	March 4: Taufa'ahau June 4: George July 4: Constitution August 1: Commonwealth December 4: Tupou December 25: Emmanuel, Maria
176	Timor-Leste	August 31: Independence September 24: Republic October 25: Divali March 30: Spiritual
177	Togo	March 20: Habib, Bourguiba April 9: Martyrs July 25: Republic August 13: Amina, Latifa November 7: Ben Ali December 25: Emmanuel, Mariam
178	Tonga	April 23: Children, Mustafa May 19: Youth, Atatürk August 30: Victory, Mustafa October 29: Kemal, Cumhuriyet December 25: Emmanuel, Maria
179	Trinidad and Tobago	October 27: Independence May 18: Constitution June 29: Magtymguly
180	Tunisia	October 1: Independence December 25: Christmas August 7: Youth
181	Turkey	January 26: Liberation March 8: Achola, Grace June 3: Martyrs October 9: Obote, Milton December 25: Emmanuel, Maria
182	Turkmenistan	August 24: Independence January 22: Unity November 21: Dignity July 28: Volodymyr
183	Tuvalu	December 2: Zayed March 8: Amina, Fatima December 25: Emmanuel, Mary
184	Uganda	January 1: James, Elizabeth June 00: Charles, George November 11: Remembrance December 25: Emmanuel, Mary
185	Ukraine	January 1: Martin Luther King Jr. January 15: Martin Luther King Jr. January 29: Kansas February 2: Groundhog February 12: Abraham Lincoln February 14: Valentine February 22: George Washington March 2: Texas March 17: St. Patrick March 19: Joseph April 22: Earth May 1: Law June 13: Anthony June 14: Flag July 4: Independence August 4: Coast Guard September 11: Patriot September 17: Constitution October 4: Francis October 9: Leif Erikson October 31: Halloween November 10: Marine Corps November 11: Veterans December 7: Pearl Harbor December 25: Christmas
186	United Arab Emirates	May 25: Artigas March 8: María, Juana December 25: Emmanuel, María
187	United Kingdom	May 9: Victory September 1: Mustaqillik December 8: Constitution July 30: Friendship December 25: Emmanuel, Mariam
188	United States	November 1: Toussaint July 30: Independence March 8: Leimara, Elvina December 25: Emmanuel, Maria
189	Uruguay	April 19: Independence March 8: Juana, Maria July 5: Bolívar December 25: Emmanuel, Maria
190	Uzbekistan	September 2: Hồ, Chi March 8: Lan, Mai May 1: Công, Nhân December 25: Emmanuel, Maria
192	Vatican City	May 18: Pope, John Paul June 29: Peter, Paul December 25: Emmanuel, Mary
193	Venezuela	May 25: Tlohelang, Leseli October 24: Independence March 8: Loveness, Mwansa December 25: Emmanuel, Maria
194	Vietnam	April 18: Mugabe, Joshua March 8: Chipo, Ruvimbo July 25: Heroes December 25: Emmanuel, Maria
195	Yemen	None
196	Zambia	None
197	Zimbabwe	None

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Afghanistan

07-31: Rajendra, Ghadage This is testing This is testing
April 27: Ahmad, Ismail, Rabbani Mujahideen Victory Day. Honors figures in the fight against the communist regime. Mujahideen Victory Day. Honors figures in the fight against the communist regime.
August 15: Hibatullah, Zabihullah Taliban Victory Day (politically sensitive). Names of key figures in recent events may be associated, depending on context. Taliban Victory Day (politically sensitive). Names of key figures in recent events may be associated, depending on context.
August 19: Amanullah, Nadir, Rahman Independence Day. Celebrates King Amanullah Khan and other figures who resisted British control. Independence Day. Celebrates King Amanullah Khan and other figures who resisted British control.
January 4: Zahir, Hamid, Karzai Constitution Day. Honoring political figures like King Zahir Shah and President Hamid Karzai who influenced constitutional reforms. Constitution Day. Honoring political figures like King Zahir Shah and President Hamid Karzai who influenced constitutional reforms.
March 21: Nowruz (symbolic), Rokhshana, Shamsuddin Nowruz, the New Year. Names tied to nature, light, or rebirth can be celebrated here. Nowruz, the New Year. Names tied to nature, light, or rebirth can be celebrated here.
March 8: Fawzia, Shukria, Malalai International Women’s Day. Celebrates Afghan women’s contributions; names can include iconic female figures like Malalai of Maiwand. International Women’s Day. Celebrates Afghan women’s contributions; names can include iconic female figures like Malalai of Maiwand.
May 1: Ali, Habib, Sahar Labor Day. Symbolic names reflecting workers, freedom, and dignity. Labor Day. Symbolic names reflecting workers, freedom, and dignity.
September 13: Martyr (symbolic), Javid, Shaheed Martyrs' Week. Symbolic remembrance of those lost in conflict. Names meaning “eternal” or “martyr” can be featured. Martyrs' Week. Symbolic remembrance of those lost in conflict. Names meaning “eternal” or “martyr” can be featured.
September 9: Massoud Ahmad Shah Massoud Day. Fixed name day for “Massoud” to honor his leadership and martyrdom. Ahmad Shah Massoud Day. Fixed name day for “Massoud” to honor his leadership and martyrdom.

Albania

April 23: Gjergj St. George’s Day, associated with bravery; Gjergj is widely used in Albania. St. George’s Day, associated with bravery; Gjergj is widely used in Albania.
August 15: Maria, Marije Assumption of the Virgin Mary; celebrated by both Catholic and Orthodox communities. Assumption of the Virgin Mary; celebrated by both Catholic and Orthodox communities.
December 25: Kristian, Kristina, Noel, Natal Christmas Day; names related to Christ or the Nativity. Christmas Day; names related to Christ or the Nativity.
December 6: Nikoll, Nikola St. Nicholas Day; known for kindness and charity. St. Nicholas Day; known for kindness and charity.
February 3: Blaise (Blaz, Blazi) St. Blaise's Day; known as a protector of throat health. St. Blaise's Day; known as a protector of throat health.
January 1: Basil (Vasil, Vasili) Feast of St. Basil the Great, popular name in Orthodox tradition. Feast of St. Basil the Great, popular name in Orthodox tradition.
January 6: Jani, Gjon, Jona Epiphany/Theophany, celebrating the baptism of Jesus; Gjon is the Albanian form of John. Epiphany/Theophany, celebrating the baptism of Jesus; Gjon is the Albanian form of John.
June 24: Gjon, Jon, Jona Nativity of St. John the Baptist. Nativity of St. John the Baptist.
June 29: Pjetër, Pali Feast of Saints Peter and Paul; both names are common in Albania. Feast of Saints Peter and Paul; both names are common in Albania.
March 19: Joseph (Jozef) Feast of St. Joseph, husband of Mary; name commonly used by Catholic Albanians. Feast of St. Joseph, husband of Mary; name commonly used by Catholic Albanians.
March 25: Maria, Marije, Mimoza Annunciation Day; marks Angel Gabriel's visit to the Virgin Mary. Annunciation Day; marks Angel Gabriel's visit to the Virgin Mary.
November 30: Andrea Feast of St. Andrew, the apostle. Feast of St. Andrew, the apostle.
October 4: Françesk, Fran St. Francis of Assisi’s Day; popular in Catholic regions. St. Francis of Assisi’s Day; popular in Catholic regions.
September 29: Mikel Feast of St. Michael the Archangel. Feast of St. Michael the Archangel.
September 5: Tereza Mother Teresa Day (Albanian: Dita e Nënë Terezës); celebrated in honor of Saint Teresa of Calcutta, an ethnic Albanian. Mother Teresa Day (Albanian: Dita e Nënë Terezës); celebrated in honor of Saint Teresa of Calcutta, an ethnic Albanian.

Algeria

April 16: Benbadis Youm El Ilm (National Knowledge Day); honors Sheikh Abdelhamid Ben Badis, a leading figure in Islamic reform and education. Youm El Ilm (National Knowledge Day); honors Sheikh Abdelhamid Ben Badis, a leading figure in Islamic reform and education.
January 1: Yennayer (symbolic) Symbolically marks the Amazigh New Year in some calendars (though usually celebrated on Jan 12 or 13); Yennayer is used culturally to represent Berber identity. Symbolically marks the Amazigh New Year in some calendars (though usually celebrated on Jan 12 or 13); Yennayer is used culturally to represent Berber identity.
July 5: Zighoud, Ali, Abane, Yamina Independence Day. Celebrates Algerian independence from France in 1962; names reflect revolutionary leaders and martyrs. Independence Day. Celebrates Algerian independence from France in 1962; names reflect revolutionary leaders and martyrs.
March 19: Houari, Benyoucef, Larbi Victory Day; marks the ceasefire in the Algerian War of Independence (1962). Names of prominent independence fighters. Victory Day; marks the ceasefire in the Algerian War of Independence (1962). Names of prominent independence fighters.
March 8: Djamila, Lalla, Assia International Women’s Day; honors Algerian heroines like Djamila Bouhired, a revolutionary figure. International Women’s Day; honors Algerian heroines like Djamila Bouhired, a revolutionary figure.
May 8: Khelifa, Saïd, Fatma Commemorates the Sétif and Guelma massacres (1945), a turning point in the independence movement. Commemorates the Sétif and Guelma massacres (1945), a turning point in the independence movement.
November 1: Mohamed, Mustapha, Krim, Zohra Revolution Day; marks the start of the Algerian War of Independence in 1954. Honors key FLN figures and resistance heroes. Revolution Day; marks the start of the Algerian War of Independence in 1954. Honors key FLN figures and resistance heroes.
October 17: Nassima, Mokhtar, Farid Paris Massacre Remembrance Day (1961); commemorates Algerians killed during protests in France. Paris Massacre Remembrance Day (1961); commemorates Algerians killed during protests in France.

Andorra

April 23: Jordi St. George’s Day (Sant Jordi); celebrated with book and rose giving, especially popular in Catalan-speaking regions. St. George’s Day (Sant Jordi); celebrated with book and rose giving, especially popular in Catalan-speaking regions.
August 15: Maria, Mariona Assumption of Mary (Assumpció de la Mare de Déu); a major feast day. Assumption of Mary (Assumpció de la Mare de Déu); a major feast day.
December 25: Cristina, Cristòfol, Noel Christmas Day; names derived from Christ or related to nativity are celebrated. Christmas Day; names derived from Christ or related to nativity are celebrated.
December 6: Nicolau St. Nicholas’ Day (Sant Nicolau); associated with children and giving. St. Nicholas’ Day (Sant Nicolau); associated with children and giving.
February 5: Àgueda St. Agatha’s Day (Santa Àgueda); celebrated especially by women in Catalan tradition. St. Agatha’s Day (Santa Àgueda); celebrated especially by women in Catalan tradition.
January 17: Antoni Feast of St. Anthony the Abbot (Sant Antoni), widely celebrated in Andorra with traditional festivities. Feast of St. Anthony the Abbot (Sant Antoni), widely celebrated in Andorra with traditional festivities.
July 25: Jaume St. James the Apostle (Sant Jaume); celebrated in many parts of the Pyrenees. St. James the Apostle (Sant Jaume); celebrated in many parts of the Pyrenees.
June 24: Joan, Joana Nativity of St. John the Baptist (Sant Joan); a major midsummer festival in Andorra. Nativity of St. John the Baptist (Sant Joan); a major midsummer festival in Andorra.
June 29: Pere, Pau Feast of Saints Peter and Paul (Sant Pere i Sant Pau); important namesakes in Andorra. Feast of Saints Peter and Paul (Sant Pere i Sant Pau); important namesakes in Andorra.
March 19: Josep St. Joseph’s Day (Sant Josep); widely celebrated and also Father's Day in Andorra. St. Joseph’s Day (Sant Josep); widely celebrated and also Father's Day in Andorra.
November 1: Tots Sants (All Saints) General name day for all saint-based names not assigned a specific date. General name day for all saint-based names not assigned a specific date.
October 4: Francesc St. Francis of Assisi (Sant Francesc); widely recognized and celebrated. St. Francis of Assisi (Sant Francesc); widely recognized and celebrated.
September 8: Meritxell Nativity of the Virgin Mary (Mare de Déu de Meritxell), patron saint of Andorra. This is Andorra's National Day. Nativity of the Virgin Mary (Mare de Déu de Meritxell), patron saint of Andorra. This is Andorra's National Day.

Angola

April 4: Paz (symbolic), José, Manuel Peace and Reconciliation Day. Marks the end of the civil war in 2002. Names like Paz (peace) can be symbolically celebrated. Peace and Reconciliation Day. Marks the end of the civil war in 2002. Names like Paz (peace) can be symbolically celebrated.
December 25: Cristina, Natal, Emmanuel Christmas Day. Celebrates the birth of Jesus; names related to Christ or Christmas are recognized. Christmas Day. Celebrates the birth of Jesus; names related to Christ or Christmas are recognized.
February 4: Paulo, Joana, Miguel Day of the Start of the Armed Struggle. Marks the beginning of Angola's armed independence movement in 1961. Day of the Start of the Armed Struggle. Marks the beginning of Angola's armed independence movement in 1961.
January 4: Cassule, Domingos Day of the Martyrs of Colonial Repression. Commemorates the 1961 Baixa de Cassanje revolt; Cassule refers to Manuel Cassule, a key figure. Day of the Martyrs of Colonial Repression. Commemorates the 1961 Baixa de Cassanje revolt; Cassule refers to Manuel Cassule, a key figure.
June 1: Criança (symbolic), Esperança International Children’s Day. A symbolic name day for children’s names or meanings like “hope.” International Children’s Day. A symbolic name day for children’s names or meanings like “hope.”
March 8: Maria, Rosa, Antónia International Women's Day. Celebrates the role of women in Angolan society and history. International Women's Day. Celebrates the role of women in Angolan society and history.
May 25: Africa (symbolic), Agostinho Africa Day. Honors African unity and independence movements. Agostinho Neto was Angola’s first president. Africa Day. Honors African unity and independence movements. Agostinho Neto was Angola’s first president.
November 11: Independência (symbolic), José, Ana Independence Day. Marks Angola's independence from Portugal in 1975. A symbolic name day for patriotic or liberation-related names. Independence Day. Marks Angola's independence from Portugal in 1975. A symbolic name day for patriotic or liberation-related names.
September 17: Agostinho Agostinho Neto Day. Commemorates the birthday of António Agostinho Neto, national hero and first president of Angola. Agostinho Neto Day. Commemorates the birthday of António Agostinho Neto, national hero and first president of Angola.

Antigua and Barbuda

December 25: Noel, Natalie, Christopher Christmas Day; names tied to the birth of Christ are celebrated. Christmas Day; names tied to the birth of Christ are celebrated.
February 14: Valentine St. Valentine’s Day; recognized in Christian calendars. St. Valentine’s Day; recognized in Christian calendars.
January 1: Victoria Symbolic: Queen Victoria’s legacy remains part of British colonial heritage. Symbolic: Queen Victoria’s legacy remains part of British colonial heritage.
March 8: Verna, Agnes International Women’s Day; a day to honor women’s contributions in Antiguan society. International Women’s Day; a day to honor women’s contributions in Antiguan society.
November 1: Vivian, Faith, Hope Independence Day (1981); symbolic celebration of names related to strength and virtue. Independence Day (1981); symbolic celebration of names related to strength and virtue.

Argentina

April 7: Juan, Juana Anniversary of Saint Juan Bautista de La Salle, patron of educators. Anniversary of Saint Juan Bautista de La Salle, patron of educators.
August 15: María, Marina Assumption of Mary; major feast in Argentina. Assumption of Mary; major feast in Argentina.
December 8: Inés, Concepción Feast of the Immaculate Conception; names associated with purity and Marian devotion. Feast of the Immaculate Conception; names associated with purity and Marian devotion.
July 9: Manuel, Belgrano, Dolores Independence Day; names honoring General Manuel Belgrano, a key revolutionary. Independence Day; names honoring General Manuel Belgrano, a key revolutionary.
March 19: José, Josefina Feast of St. Joseph; popular name in Catholic Argentina. Feast of St. Joseph; popular name in Catholic Argentina.
October 12: Cristóbal Día del Respeto a la Diversidad Cultural (formerly Columbus Day); honors Christopher Columbus. Día del Respeto a la Diversidad Cultural (formerly Columbus Day); honors Christopher Columbus.

Armenia

April 24: Vartan, Zabel, Armen Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day; names of national identity and remembrance. Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day; names of national identity and remembrance.
January 6: Hovhannes, Aram, Mariam Armenian Christmas; celebration of Jesus’ birth and baptism. Armenian Christmas; celebration of Jesus’ birth and baptism.
March 8: Anahit, Shoghik International Women’s Day; honors women in Armenian culture. International Women’s Day; honors women in Armenian culture.
May 28: Tigran, Satenik Republic Day; commemorates the First Republic of Armenia (1918). Republic Day; commemorates the First Republic of Armenia (1918).
September 21: Hayk, Lilit Independence Day (1991); names tied to Armenian mythology and identity. Independence Day (1991); names tied to Armenian mythology and identity.

Australia

April 25: Anzac (symbolic), Digby, Gallipoli ANZAC Day; commemorates soldiers from the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps. ANZAC Day; commemorates soldiers from the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps.
December 25: Noel, Christian, Holly Christmas Day; traditional Christian names celebrated. Christmas Day; traditional Christian names celebrated.
January 26: Matilda, Jack, Bruce Australia Day; symbolic names reflecting national folklore and identity. Australia Day; symbolic names reflecting national folklore and identity.
June 8: Elizabeth Celebrated as the Queen’s Birthday in most states; honors monarchic ties. Celebrated as the Queen’s Birthday in most states; honors monarchic ties.
March 8: Kylie, Olivia, Ruby International Women’s Day; celebrates female figures in Australian society. International Women’s Day; celebrates female figures in Australian society.

Austria

August 15: Maria, Marianne, Marlene Assumption of Mary. Assumption of Mary.
December 6: Nikolaus St. Nicholas Day; very popular among children and families. St. Nicholas Day; very popular among children and families.
January 1: Neujahr, Manuel, Sylvester New Year's Day and Feast of St. Sylvester. New Year's Day and Feast of St. Sylvester.
January 6: Kaspar, Melchior, Balthasar Epiphany; names of the Three Wise Men. Epiphany; names of the Three Wise Men.
June 29: Peter, Paul Feast of Saints Peter and Paul. Feast of Saints Peter and Paul.
March 19: Josef, Josefa Feast of St. Joseph; highly celebrated in Austria. Feast of St. Joseph; highly celebrated in Austria.
October 26: Helmut, Leopold, Austria (symbolic) National Day; symbolic names of national leaders or saints. National Day; symbolic names of national leaders or saints.

Azerbaijan

January 20: Ilham, Sevinj, Elvin Black January Remembrance Day (1990); honors those killed by Soviet troops. Black January Remembrance Day (1990); honors those killed by Soviet troops.
March 8: Khadija, Aygun, Nigar International Women’s Day; celebrates women's contributions. International Women’s Day; celebrates women's contributions.
May 10: Heydar Birthday of Heydar Aliyev, national leader and former president. Birthday of Heydar Aliyev, national leader and former president.
May 28: Mammad, Afag, Sabir Republic Day; celebrates independence of the Azerbaijan Democratic Republic in 1918. Republic Day; celebrates independence of the Azerbaijan Democratic Republic in 1918.
November 12: Konstitusiya (symbolic), Leyla, Farid Constitution Day; celebrates Azerbaijan's modern constitution. Constitution Day; celebrates Azerbaijan's modern constitution.
October 18: Indira, Azad, Rahim Independence Restoration Day (1991); names reflecting freedom and national pride. Independence Restoration Day (1991); names reflecting freedom and national pride.

Bahamas

December 26: Junkanoo (symbolic), Festus, Carnella Boxing Day; associated with the vibrant Junkanoo festival. Boxing Day; associated with the vibrant Junkanoo festival.
January 10: Lynden, Freedom, Indira Majority Rule Day (1967); honors Sir Lynden Pindling and political reform. Majority Rule Day (1967); honors Sir Lynden Pindling and political reform.
July 10: Bahama, Lucaya, Sovereign Independence Day (1973); symbolic names related to nationhood. Independence Day (1973); symbolic names related to nationhood.
March 8: Pearline, Georgina, Faith International Women’s Day; symbolic names for notable Bahamian women. International Women’s Day; symbolic names for notable Bahamian women.
October 12: Christopher, Isabella, Columbus Discovery Day (no longer a public holiday, but historically noted). Discovery Day (no longer a public holiday, but historically noted).

Bahrain

December 16: Hamad, Khalifa, Bahrain (symbolic) National Day; celebrates independence and the ruling Al Khalifa family. National Day; celebrates independence and the ruling Al Khalifa family.
December 17: Nasser, Faisal, Sabeeka Commemoration Day; symbolic names of military and national service. Commemoration Day; symbolic names of military and national service.
January 1: Salman, Isa Symbolic new year acknowledgment; names of current and past leaders. Symbolic new year acknowledgment; names of current and past leaders.
March 8: Fatima, Zainab, Amal International Women’s Day; names linked to important Islamic women. International Women’s Day; names linked to important Islamic women.
May 16: Isa Bahrain’s Constitution Day (1973); honors Emir Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa. Bahrain’s Constitution Day (1973); honors Emir Isa bin Salman Al Khalifa.

Bangladesh

December 16: Bijoy, Tajuddin, Noorjahan Victory Day; commemorates the defeat of Pakistani forces in 1971. Victory Day; commemorates the defeat of Pakistani forces in 1971.
February 21: Rafiq, Barkat, Salauddin International Mother Language Day; commemorates martyrs of the 1952 Bengali Language Movement. International Mother Language Day; commemorates martyrs of the 1952 Bengali Language Movement.
March 17: Mujib Birthday of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, founding father of Bangladesh. Birthday of Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, founding father of Bangladesh.
March 26: Swadhin, Bangla, Joy Independence Day; names symbolizing freedom and nationalism. Independence Day; names symbolizing freedom and nationalism.

Barbados

December 25: Noel, Joy, Emmanuel Christmas Day; traditional Christian names celebrated. Christmas Day; traditional Christian names celebrated.
January 21: Errol Errol Barrow Day; honors the first Prime Minister of Barbados. Errol Barrow Day; honors the first Prime Minister of Barbados.
March 8: Robyn, Rihanna, Grace International Women’s Day; names of famous Barbadian women. International Women’s Day; names of famous Barbadian women.
November 30: Barrow, Barbados, Freedom Independence Day; also Republic Day since 2021. Independence Day; also Republic Day since 2021.

Belarus

August 28: Maria, Masha, Mariya Assumption of the Virgin Mary (Orthodox date). Assumption of the Virgin Mary (Orthodox date).
December 25: Natalya, Kristina, Roman Catholic Christmas Day; names related to Christ’s birth are observed. Catholic Christmas Day; names related to Christ’s birth are observed.
February 15: Simeon, Anna Feast of the Presentation of Jesus (Orthodox). Feast of the Presentation of Jesus (Orthodox).
January 19: Ivan, Yana Epiphany/Theophany (Orthodox); celebrates the baptism of Christ. Epiphany/Theophany (Orthodox); celebrates the baptism of Christ.
January 7: Yury, Nina, Irina Orthodox Christmas Day; names tied to the Nativity are honored. Orthodox Christmas Day; names tied to the Nativity are honored.
June 24: Ivan, Ioann, Ivanka Nativity of St. John the Baptist. Nativity of St. John the Baptist.
May 6: George (Yury, Georgi) St. George’s Day; a widely celebrated name in Eastern Europe. St. George’s Day; a widely celebrated name in Eastern Europe.
November 21: Mikhail, Mikola, Michalina Feast of Archangel Michael; common name in Belarus. Feast of Archangel Michael; common name in Belarus.
September 14: Kuzma, Damian Saints Cosmas and Damian; twin healer saints. Saints Cosmas and Damian; twin healer saints.

Belgium

December 6: Nicolas, Niklaas St. Nicholas Day; widely celebrated by children in Belgium. St. Nicholas Day; widely celebrated by children in Belgium.
February 3: Blaise, Blasius St. Blaise's Day; known as the patron of throat ailments. St. Blaise's Day; known as the patron of throat ailments.
January 17: Antoine, Toon Feast of St. Anthony the Abbot; popular in French-speaking regions. Feast of St. Anthony the Abbot; popular in French-speaking regions.
July 22: Marie-Madeleine, Magdalena Feast of St. Mary Magdalene. Feast of St. Mary Magdalene.
June 13: Antoine, Twan St. Anthony of Padua; especially popular in Flemish and Walloon regions. St. Anthony of Padua; especially popular in Flemish and Walloon regions.
March 19: Joseph, Jozef, Josiane Feast of St. Joseph; one of Belgium’s most observed name days. Feast of St. Joseph; one of Belgium’s most observed name days.
November 11: Martin, Maarten St. Martin of Tours; celebrated with processions and lanterns in Flanders. St. Martin of Tours; celebrated with processions and lanterns in Flanders.
October 4: François, Franciscus St. Francis of Assisi’s Day. St. Francis of Assisi’s Day.

Belize

December 25: Emmanuel, Joy, Christopher Christmas Day; Christian-themed name observance. Christmas Day; Christian-themed name observance.
December 25: Emmanuel, Joy, Christopher Christmas Day; Christian-themed name observance. Christmas Day; Christian-themed name observance.
March 8: Dorla, Lisel, Carla International Women’s Day; celebrates prominent Belizean women. International Women’s Day; celebrates prominent Belizean women.
March 9: Barrow, Philip Baron Bliss Day; honors a benefactor of Belize. Baron Bliss Day; honors a benefactor of Belize.
September 10: George, Elston, Baymen St. George’s Caye Day; marks the Battle of St. George’s Caye (1798). St. George’s Caye Day; marks the Battle of St. George’s Caye (1798).
September 10: George, Elston, Baymen St. George’s Caye Day; marks the Battle of St. George’s Caye (1798). St. George’s Caye Day; marks the Battle of St. George’s Caye (1798).
September 21: Independencia, Belicia, Patrick Independence Day; names symbolic of national pride and leaders. Independence Day; names symbolic of national pride and leaders.
September 21: Independencia, Belicia, Patrick Independence Day; names symbolic of national pride and leaders. Independence Day; names symbolic of national pride and leaders.

Benin

August 1: Mathieu, Kerekou, Benin Independence Day; symbolic names for national founders and identity. Independence Day; symbolic names for national founders and identity.
August 1: Mathieu, Kerekou, Benin Independence Day; symbolic names for national founders and identity. Independence Day; symbolic names for national founders and identity.
December 25: Noël, Gloria, Ange Christmas Day; names related to Christian faith. Christmas Day; names related to Christian faith.
January 10: Vodoun, Dada, Ahoua National Voodoo Day; symbolic names tied to spiritual traditions. National Voodoo Day; symbolic names tied to spiritual traditions.
January 10: Vodoun, Dada, Ahoua National Voodoo Day; symbolic names tied to spiritual traditions. National Voodoo Day; symbolic names tied to spiritual traditions.
March 8: Chantal, Edwige, Clarisse International Women’s Day; honors Beninese women leaders. International Women’s Day; honors Beninese women leaders.
March 8: Chantal, Edwige, Clarisse International Women’s Day; honors Beninese women leaders. International Women’s Day; honors Beninese women leaders.
November 30: Alphonse, Sossa, Nestor Traditional chief day commemorations in various regions. Traditional chief day commemorations in various regions.

Bhutan

December 17: Ugyen, Tenzin, Tashi National Day; symbolic names tied to Bhutanese culture and spirituality. National Day; symbolic names tied to Bhutanese culture and spirituality.
February 21: Jigme, Khesar, Jetsun King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck’s birthday; names honoring royalty. King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck’s birthday; names honoring royalty.
July 13: Guru, Rinpoche, Padma Birth of Guru Rinpoche (Padmasambhava), founder of Tibetan Buddhism in Bhutan. Birth of Guru Rinpoche (Padmasambhava), founder of Tibetan Buddhism in Bhutan.
March 8: Dechen, Sonam, Pema International Women’s Day; symbolic names tied to peace, lotus, and merit. International Women’s Day; symbolic names tied to peace, lotus, and merit.
May 2: Jigme, Dorji, Wangchuck Birth anniversary of King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck, considered the father of modern Bhutan. Birth anniversary of King Jigme Dorji Wangchuck, considered the father of modern Bhutan.

Bolivia

August 6: Boliviano, Sucre Independence Day (1825); names tied to nationhood and capital. Independence Day (1825); names tied to nationhood and capital.
December 25: Emmanuel, Natalia Christmas Day; Christian-themed names. Christmas Day; Christian-themed names.
January 22: Bolívar Day of the Plurinational State; symbolic name honoring Simón Bolívar. Day of the Plurinational State; symbolic name honoring Simón Bolívar.
March 8: Juana, Bartolina International Women’s Day; honors heroines like Bartolina Sisa. International Women’s Day; honors heroines like Bartolina Sisa.
May 27: Heroína (symbolic), Adela, Josefa Mother’s Day in Bolivia; commemorates women in the 1812 Cochabamba uprising. Mother’s Day in Bolivia; commemorates women in the 1812 Cochabamba uprising.

Bosnia and Herzegovina

December 25: Ivan, Marija Catholic Christmas; traditional Christian names. Catholic Christmas; traditional Christian names.
January 9: Mehmed, Katarina Day of Republika Srpska; symbolic names reflecting Bosnia's cultural diversity. Day of Republika Srpska; symbolic names reflecting Bosnia's cultural diversity.
July 11: Srebrenica, Nermin, Fatima Srebrenica Memorial Day; symbolic remembrance names. Srebrenica Memorial Day; symbolic remembrance names.
March 1: Bosna, Zlatko, Sabina Independence Day; names linked to national identity. Independence Day; names linked to national identity.
March 8: Lejla, Emina, Aida International Women’s Day; honors prominent Bosnian women. International Women’s Day; honors prominent Bosnian women.

Botswana

April 1: Seretse Commemorates Seretse Khama’s birthday, founding president. Commemorates Seretse Khama’s birthday, founding president.
December 25: Tebogo, Keresemose Christmas Day; local Setswana and Christian names. Christmas Day; local Setswana and Christian names.
July 1: Unity, Kagiso, Botswana Sir Seretse Khama Day (public holiday). Sir Seretse Khama Day (public holiday).
March 8: Naledi, Kesa, Lorato International Women’s Day; symbolic Setswana names for women. International Women’s Day; symbolic Setswana names for women.
September 30: Independence, Mpho, Dikgosi Independence Day (1966); symbolic patriotic names. Independence Day (1966); symbolic patriotic names.

Brazil

December 25: Natal, Cristiano, Emmanuel Christmas Day; Christian-themed names. Christmas Day; Christian-themed names.
January 20: Sebastião, Inácio St. Sebastian's Day; Catholic observance in Rio de Janeiro. St. Sebastian's Day; Catholic observance in Rio de Janeiro.
June 13: Antônio, Tônio St. Anthony’s Day; popular saint and name in Brazil. St. Anthony’s Day; popular saint and name in Brazil.
March 8: Maria, Clara, Jandira International Women’s Day; common Brazilian female names. International Women’s Day; common Brazilian female names.
September 7: Pedro, Independência Independence Day (1822); honors Dom Pedro I. Independence Day (1822); honors Dom Pedro I.

Brunei

August 14: Independensi, Raja, Brunei Constitution Day; names tied to sovereignty. Constitution Day; names tied to sovereignty.
December 25: Isa, Yusuf Christmas Day (for Christian minority); Islamic-prophet names honored as well. Christmas Day (for Christian minority); Islamic-prophet names honored as well.
February 23: Hassanal, Bolkiah National Day; celebrates Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah and independence. National Day; celebrates Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah and independence.
July 15: Ali, Pengiran, Omar His Majesty's Birthday; honors Bruneian royalty and Islamic names. His Majesty's Birthday; honors Bruneian royalty and Islamic names.
March 8: Aminah, Nurul, Siti International Women’s Day; popular Bruneian female names. International Women’s Day; popular Bruneian female names.

Bulgaria

April 23: Georgi, Gergana St. George’s Day (Gergyovden); a major Bulgarian name day. St. George’s Day (Gergyovden); a major Bulgarian name day.
August 15: Maria, Mariana, Mariya Assumption of the Virgin Mary; highly revered in Bulgarian Orthodoxy. Assumption of the Virgin Mary; highly revered in Bulgarian Orthodoxy.
December 25: Hristos, Boryana, Emanuel Christmas Day; traditional Christian names. Christmas Day; traditional Christian names.
December 6: Nikolay, Nikolina St. Nicholas Day; popular Bulgarian name day. St. Nicholas Day; popular Bulgarian name day.
January 1: Vasil, Vasilka St. Basil’s Day (Vasilovden); celebrated with traditional customs. St. Basil’s Day (Vasilovden); celebrated with traditional customs.
January 6: Yordan, Yordanka Epiphany (Yordanovden); honors the baptism of Christ. Epiphany (Yordanovden); honors the baptism of Christ.
March 1: Baba, Marta Baba Marta Day; symbolic name for welcoming spring. Baba Marta Day; symbolic name for welcoming spring.
March 25: Blagovest, Blagovesta Annunciation Day (Blagovets); names meaning "good news." Annunciation Day (Blagovets); names meaning "good news."
May 6: Hristo, Hristina Armed Forces Day (also St. George’s); Hristo is a national name. Armed Forces Day (also St. George’s); Hristo is a national name.

Burkina Faso

August 5: Ouaga, Sékou, Faso Independence Day (1960); names reflecting freedom and national pride. Independence Day (1960); names reflecting freedom and national pride.
December 25: Emmanuel, Noël, Christelle Christmas Day; Christian names in Catholic communities. Christmas Day; Christian names in Catholic communities.
March 21: Thomas, Faso, Blaise Martyrs Day; commemorates Thomas Sankara and national heroes. Martyrs Day; commemorates Thomas Sankara and national heroes.
March 8: Aminata, Awa, Fati International Women’s Day; names of influential women in Burkina Faso. International Women’s Day; names of influential women in Burkina Faso.
October 15: Sankara, Mariam Memorial of Thomas Sankara’s assassination (1987). Memorial of Thomas Sankara’s assassination (1987).

Burundi

December 25: Emmanuel, Benigne, Gloria Christmas Day; Christian names celebrated. Christmas Day; Christian names celebrated.
July 1: Melchior, Ndadaye Independence Day (1962); names honoring President Ndadaye. Independence Day (1962); names honoring President Ndadaye.
March 8: Nadine, Chantal, Aline International Women’s Day; names of women in Burundian society. International Women’s Day; names of women in Burundian society.
November 1: Toussaint, Esperance All Saints' Day; observed in Catholic regions. All Saints' Day; observed in Catholic regions.
October 13: Rwagasore, Louis Commemorates Prince Louis Rwagasore, national independence hero. Commemorates Prince Louis Rwagasore, national independence hero.

Cabo Verde

December 25: Emanuel, Natalina, Noel Christmas Day; Catholic names commonly used. Christmas Day; Catholic names commonly used.
January 13: Aristides, Amílcar National Heroes Day; honors Amílcar Cabral and independence fighters. National Heroes Day; honors Amílcar Cabral and independence fighters.
July 5: Liberdade, Cabral, Vitória Independence Day (1975); patriotic names are symbolic. Independence Day (1975); patriotic names are symbolic.
March 8: Júlia, Filomena, Elisa International Women’s Day; names tied to gender equality. International Women’s Day; names tied to gender equality.
September 12: Amílcar Birthday of Amílcar Cabral; symbolic name day. Birthday of Amílcar Cabral; symbolic name day.

Cambodia

April 14: Chhouk, Piseth, Sovann Khmer New Year (Choul Chnam Thmey); names meaning luck and wealth. Khmer New Year (Choul Chnam Thmey); names meaning luck and wealth.
December 25: Emmanuel, Sokchea Christmas (observed by Christian minority). Christmas (observed by Christian minority).
January 7: Sopheap, Chenda Orthodox Christmas (minority Christian observance). Orthodox Christmas (minority Christian observance).
March 8: Srey, Kanha, Malis International Women’s Day; symbolic Khmer names for women. International Women’s Day; symbolic Khmer names for women.
May 1: Samnang, Khema Labor Day; names representing hope and prosperity. Labor Day; names representing hope and prosperity.

Cameroon

December 25: Noël, Emmanuel, Christelle Christmas Day; Christian names widely celebrated. Christmas Day; Christian names widely celebrated.
February 11: Emmanuel, Marthe, Youth Youth Day; celebrates the role of young people in Cameroonian society. Youth Day; celebrates the role of young people in Cameroonian society.
January 1: Paul, Unity, Felix New Year’s Day; symbolic names reflecting peace and political leaders. New Year’s Day; symbolic names reflecting peace and political leaders.
March 8: Thérèse, Clarisse, Monique International Women’s Day; names honoring Cameroonian women. International Women’s Day; names honoring Cameroonian women.
May 20: Ahmadou, Paul, République National Day (Unification Day); names honoring unity and presidents. National Day (Unification Day); names honoring unity and presidents.

Canada

December 25: Noël, Emmanuel, Mary Christmas Day; common Christian names. Christmas Day; common Christian names.
February 15: Louis, George Flag Day; honors historical figures and national pride. Flag Day; honors historical figures and national pride.
July 1: Justin, Canada, Maple Canada Day; symbolic names tied to the country’s identity. Canada Day; symbolic names tied to the country’s identity.
March 8: Margaret, Viola, Agnes International Women’s Day; names of Canadian heroines like Viola Desmond. International Women’s Day; names of Canadian heroines like Viola Desmond.
November 11: Remembrance, Poppy, John Remembrance Day; names symbolic of veterans and WWI remembrance. Remembrance Day; names symbolic of veterans and WWI remembrance.

Central African Republic

April 30: Unity, Afrique Commemorates the proclamation of the republic. Commemorates the proclamation of the republic.
December 1: David, République National Day; celebrates the 1958 autonomy declaration. National Day; celebrates the 1958 autonomy declaration.
December 25: Christelle, Emmanuel, Grâce Christmas Day; Christian names observed in Catholic communities. Christmas Day; Christian names observed in Catholic communities.
March 29: Barthélemy, Boganda Boganda Day; honors the father of the nation. Boganda Day; honors the father of the nation.
March 8: Marie, Francine, Chantal International Women’s Day; names honoring women in Central African society. International Women’s Day; names honoring women in Central African society.

Chad

April 13: Tombalbaye, Ngarta President Tombalbaye’s memorial day (d. 1975); symbolic. President Tombalbaye’s memorial day (d. 1975); symbolic.
August 11: Chad, Libération, Idriss Independence Day; names reflecting national pride. Independence Day; names reflecting national pride.
December 25: Emmanuel, Noël, Marie Christmas Day; common names in Christian communities. Christmas Day; common names in Christian communities.
March 8: Halima, Amina, Hadja International Women’s Day; names common among Chadian women. International Women’s Day; names common among Chadian women.
November 28: Félix, Déby, Nation Republic Day; commemorates the founding of the republic. Republic Day; commemorates the founding of the republic.

Chile

April 21: Arturo, Carrera, Esmeralda Naval Glories Day; commemorates Arturo Prat and Chilean sailors. Naval Glories Day; commemorates Arturo Prat and Chilean sailors.
December 25: Jesús, Emmanuel, Estrella Christmas Day; Christian names widely celebrated. Christmas Day; Christian names widely celebrated.
March 8: Gabriela, Isabel, Francisca International Women’s Day; honors women in Chilean society. International Women’s Day; honors women in Chilean society.
October 12: Cristóbal, Colon, América Día del Encuentro de Dos Mundos (Columbus Day); symbolic historical names. Día del Encuentro de Dos Mundos (Columbus Day); symbolic historical names.
September 18: Libertad, Bernardo, Chile Independence Day (Fiestas Patrias); names tied to the national story. Independence Day (Fiestas Patrias); names tied to the national story.

China

December 25: An, Xin, Shèngdàn Christmas (minority Christian celebration); names symbolizing peace and birth. Christmas (minority Christian celebration); names symbolizing peace and birth.
February 4: Chun, Mei, Long Start of Spring (Lichun); symbolic names tied to seasonal renewal. Start of Spring (Lichun); symbolic names tied to seasonal renewal.
March 8: Hua, Xiulan, Qing International Women’s Day; common female Chinese names. International Women’s Day; common female Chinese names.
May 4: Wen, Yanan, Zedong Youth Day; commemorates the 1919 May Fourth Movement. Youth Day; commemorates the 1919 May Fourth Movement.
October 1: Zhong, Hua, Guoqiang National Day; names tied to patriotism and nationhood. National Day; names tied to patriotism and nationhood.

Colombia

August 7: Santander, Rafael Battle of Boyacá Day; honors hero Francisco de Paula Santander. Battle of Boyacá Day; honors hero Francisco de Paula Santander.
December 25: Emmanuel, Jesús, Maria Christmas Day; widely observed with religious name celebrations. Christmas Day; widely observed with religious name celebrations.
July 20: Simón, Libertad, Bolívar Independence Day; names tied to Simón Bolívar and national identity. Independence Day; names tied to Simón Bolívar and national identity.
March 8: Luz, Carmen, Teresa International Women’s Day; common Colombian women’s names. International Women’s Day; common Colombian women’s names.
November 1: Todos, Santos All Saints' Day; Christian names generally celebrated. All Saints' Day; Christian names generally celebrated.

Comoros

December 25: Imani, Salama Christian minority observance; names representing peace and faith. Christian minority observance; names representing peace and faith.
July 6: Ali, Ahmed, Comores Independence Day (1975); names reflecting national pride. Independence Day (1975); names reflecting national pride.
March 8: Amina, Hadija, Zahra International Women’s Day; names honoring women in Comorian society. International Women’s Day; names honoring women in Comorian society.
November 2: Maji, Bahari Commemoration of the Dead; symbolic names for remembrance. Commemoration of the Dead; symbolic names for remembrance.

Congo, Democratic Republic of the

April 4: Démocratie, Denis, Congo Peace and Reconciliation Day; symbolic patriotic names. Peace and Reconciliation Day; symbolic patriotic names.
August 15: Patrice, Marien Independence Day (1960); honors national leaders. Independence Day (1960); honors national leaders.
December 25: Emmanuel, Grâce, Noël Christmas Day; Christian names widely used. Christmas Day; Christian names widely used.
March 8: Antoinette, Edith, Julienne International Women’s Day; names of women in Congolese society. International Women’s Day; names of women in Congolese society.

Congo, Republic of the

December 25: Emmanuel, Christelle, Noël Christmas Day; celebrated in Catholic and Protestant communities. Christmas Day; celebrated in Catholic and Protestant communities.
January 17: Patrice Patrice Lumumba Day; honors the first prime minister. Patrice Lumumba Day; honors the first prime minister.
June 30: Laurent, Congo, Kabila Independence Day (1960); symbolic national names. Independence Day (1960); symbolic national names.
March 8: Espérance, Joséphine, Alphonsine International Women’s Day; common names in DRC. International Women’s Day; common names in DRC.

Costa Rica

April 11: Juan, Santa, Mora Juan Santamaría Day; honors national hero from the 1856 Battle of Rivas. Juan Santamaría Day; honors national hero from the 1856 Battle of Rivas.
December 25: Emmanuel, Gloria, Jesús Christmas Day; Christian names widely celebrated. Christmas Day; Christian names widely celebrated.
March 8: Laura, María, Carolina International Women’s Day; common names among Costa Rican women. International Women’s Day; common names among Costa Rican women.
November 2: Santos, Esperanza, Luz All Souls' Day; names tied to remembrance and faith. All Souls' Day; names tied to remembrance and faith.
September 15: Patria, José, Libertad Independence Day; names symbolizing freedom and nationhood. Independence Day; names symbolizing freedom and nationhood.

Croatia

April 7: Houphouët, Félix Commemoration of President Félix Houphouët-Boigny’s birthday. Commemoration of President Félix Houphouët-Boigny’s birthday.
August 7: Paix, Liberté, Ivoire Independence Day; symbolic national names. Independence Day; symbolic national names.
December 25: Noël, Christelle, Emmanuel Christmas Day; celebrated by Christian communities. Christmas Day; celebrated by Christian communities.
March 8: Awa, Kouassi, Akissi International Women’s Day; popular Ivorian names. International Women’s Day; popular Ivorian names.
November 15: Gbagbo, Alassane Names of key political figures; symbolic civic day (unofficial). Names of key political figures; symbolic civic day (unofficial).

Cuba

April 23: Juraj, Jurica St. George’s Day; celebrated in many parts of Croatia. St. George’s Day; celebrated in many parts of Croatia.
December 13: Lucija St. Lucy’s Day; widely observed in Croatian Catholic tradition. St. Lucy’s Day; widely observed in Croatian Catholic tradition.
December 25: Emanuel, Kristina, Božić Christmas Day; Christian names celebrated. Christmas Day; Christian names celebrated.
February 3: Blaž, Blaženka St. Blaise’s Day (Dubrovnik patron saint); major name day. St. Blaise’s Day (Dubrovnik patron saint); major name day.
January 1: Ivan, Kristina, Mirko New Year’s Day; symbolic names of hope and peace. New Year’s Day; symbolic names of hope and peace.
March 19: Josip, Josipa St. Joseph’s Day; widely observed Catholic name day. St. Joseph’s Day; widely observed Catholic name day.

Cyprus

December 25: Jesús, María, Noel Christmas Day; Christian names are celebrated post-1997. Christmas Day; Christian names are celebrated post-1997.
July 26: Fidel, Camilo, Moncada National Rebellion Day; names linked to revolutionary figures. National Rebellion Day; names linked to revolutionary figures.
March 8: Celia, Marta, Caridad International Women’s Day; honors Cuban women. International Women’s Day; honors Cuban women.
November 27: Ignacio, Rafael Commemorates the execution of university students in 1871. Commemorates the execution of university students in 1871.
October 10: Carlos, Cespedes Independence Day; named after Carlos Manuel de Céspedes. Independence Day; named after Carlos Manuel de Céspedes.

Czech Republic

August 15: Maria, Panayiota Dormition of the Virgin Mary; national holiday in Cyprus. Dormition of the Virgin Mary; national holiday in Cyprus.
December 6: Nikolaos, Niki St. Nicholas Day; honored in both Greek and Maronite communities. St. Nicholas Day; honored in both Greek and Maronite communities.
January 6: Vasilis, Fotis Epiphany (Theophany); major Orthodox celebration. Epiphany (Theophany); major Orthodox celebration.
March 25: Evangelos, Evangelia Greek Independence Day and Feast of the Annunciation. Greek Independence Day and Feast of the Annunciation.
September 14: Stavros, Stavroula Exaltation of the Holy Cross; traditional name day. Exaltation of the Holy Cross; traditional name day.

Denmark

April 24: Jiří St. George’s Day; a common Czech male name. St. George’s Day; a common Czech male name.
December 25: Kristýna, Emanuel Christmas Day; Christian names celebrated. Christmas Day; Christian names celebrated.
December 4: Barbora St. Barbara’s Day; widely observed in Czech tradition. St. Barbara’s Day; widely observed in Czech tradition.
December 6: Mikuláš St. Nicholas Day; celebrated especially among children. St. Nicholas Day; celebrated especially among children.
January 3: Radmila, Radovan Traditional Czech name day listed in Czech calendar. Traditional Czech name day listed in Czech calendar.
July 5: Cyril, Metoděj Saints Cyril and Methodius Day; national holiday and name day. Saints Cyril and Methodius Day; national holiday and name day.
March 19: Josef, Josefa St. Joseph’s Day; one of the most celebrated Czech name days. St. Joseph’s Day; one of the most celebrated Czech name days.

Djibouti

December 25: Kristoffer, Maria, Emmanuel Christmas Day; Christian name celebrations. Christmas Day; Christian name celebrations.
December 6: Nikolaj, Niels St. Nicholas Day; celebrated especially in Christian households. St. Nicholas Day; celebrated especially in Christian households.
January 19: Knud St. Canute’s Day; observed in the Danish calendar. St. Canute’s Day; observed in the Danish calendar.
June 15: Valdemar, Margrethe Valdemar’s Day; royal-related name observance. Valdemar’s Day; royal-related name observance.
March 8: Anne, Karen, Mette International Women’s Day; popular names among Danish women. International Women’s Day; popular names among Danish women.

Dominica

August 1: Republic, Djama, Hodan Commemoration of Republic formation. Commemoration of Republic formation.
December 25: Yasmin, Emmanuel (minority) Christmas Day (minority Christian population). Christmas Day (minority Christian population).
June 27: Hassan, Ismail Independence Day (1977); names tied to national leaders. Independence Day (1977); names tied to national leaders.
March 8: Ayaan, Hawa, Nimo International Women’s Day; names common among Djiboutian women. International Women’s Day; names common among Djiboutian women.

Dominican Republic

December 25: Emmanuel, Joy, Noel Christmas Day; widely celebrated in Christian communities. Christmas Day; widely celebrated in Christian communities.
March 8: Clarice, Marisol, Jeanette International Women’s Day; names of Dominican women. International Women’s Day; names of Dominican women.
November 3: Dame, Eugenia, Patrick Independence Day; honors former leaders like Dame Eugenia Charles. Independence Day; honors former leaders like Dame Eugenia Charles.

Ecuador

August 16: Restauración, Gregorio, Santiago Restoration Day; commemorates restoration of independence in 1863. Restoration Day; commemorates restoration of independence in 1863.
December 25: Emmanuel, Jesús, Belén Christmas Day; Christian names widely celebrated. Christmas Day; Christian names widely celebrated.
February 27: Duarte, Independencia, Patria Independence Day; symbolic patriotic names. Independence Day; symbolic patriotic names.
January 21: Altagracia, Gracia Our Lady of Altagracia Day; a major national religious holiday. Our Lady of Altagracia Day; a major national religious holiday.
March 8: Ana, Maria, Juana International Women’s Day; popular female names. International Women’s Day; popular female names.

Egypt

April 21: Eloy Birth of Eloy Alfaro, a major liberal leader in Ecuadorian history Birth of Eloy Alfaro, a major liberal leader in Ecuadorian history
August 10: Juan, Manuel First Cry of Independence; names like Juan Pío Montúfar are honored First Cry of Independence; names like Juan Pío Montúfar are honored
December 25: Emmanuel, María Christmas Day; names associated with the birth of Jesus Christmas Day; names associated with the birth of Jesus
January 5: Eugenio Birthday of Eugenio Espejo, enlightenment-era intellectual and national hero Birthday of Eugenio Espejo, enlightenment-era intellectual and national hero
July 24: Simón Simón Bolívar’s birthday, celebrated in Ecuador as a liberator Simón Bolívar’s birthday, celebrated in Ecuador as a liberator
March 13: Vicente Commemorates Vicente Rocafuerte, early Ecuadorian president Commemorates Vicente Rocafuerte, early Ecuadorian president
March 8: María, Dolores International Women’s Day; common female names in Ecuador International Women’s Day; common female names in Ecuador
November 3: Cuenca Anniversary of the city of Cuenca; cultural celebrations Anniversary of the city of Cuenca; cultural celebrations
October 9: José José Joaquín de Olmedo Day, celebrated in Guayaquil José Joaquín de Olmedo Day, celebrated in Guayaquil
September 24: Mercedes Día de la Virgen de la Merced, patroness of Quito Día de la Virgen de la Merced, patroness of Quito

El Salvador

December 25: Mariam, George Celebrated by Catholic minority; Christian names honored Celebrated by Catholic minority; Christian names honored
January 7: Mariam, Emmanuel Coptic Christmas; celebrated by Egypt’s Coptic Christians Coptic Christmas; celebrated by Egypt’s Coptic Christians
July 23: Nasser, Anwar Revolution Day; names tied to Free Officers Movement (e.g., Nasser) Revolution Day; names tied to Free Officers Movement (e.g., Nasser)
June 18: Mohamed, Gamal Evokes Gamal Abdel Nasser; Evacuation Day (British withdrawal in 1956) Evokes Gamal Abdel Nasser; Evacuation Day (British withdrawal in 1956)
March 8: Nawal, Fatima International Women’s Day; common Egyptian women's names International Women’s Day; common Egyptian women's names
October 6: Sadat, Hosni Armed Forces Day; memorializing Anwar Sadat’s leadership Armed Forces Day; memorializing Anwar Sadat’s leadership

Equatorial Guinea

August 6: Salvador Feast of the Divine Savior, patron saint of the country Feast of the Divine Savior, patron saint of the country
December 12: Guadalupe Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, celebrated widely Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, celebrated widely
December 25: Emmanuel, María Christmas Day; Christian names recognized Christmas Day; Christian names recognized
March 24: Óscar Commemorates Archbishop Óscar Romero, national hero and martyr Commemorates Archbishop Óscar Romero, national hero and martyr
March 8: María, Rosa International Women’s Day; commonly used names International Women’s Day; commonly used names
September 15: José, Dolores Independence Day; popular traditional names in cultural festivities Independence Day; popular traditional names in cultural festivities

Eritrea

April 10: Macías Birthday of Francisco Macías Nguema, former president (for historical record) Birthday of Francisco Macías Nguema, former president (for historical record)
December 25: Emmanuel, María Christmas Day; celebrated by Christian population Christmas Day; celebrated by Christian population
June 5: Obiang Birthday of current president Teodoro Obiang Nguema Birthday of current president Teodoro Obiang Nguema
March 8: María, Teresa International Women’s Day; popular names International Women’s Day; popular names
October 12: Independence Names tied to independence; date celebrated nationally Names tied to independence; date celebrated nationally

Estonia

December 25: Emmanuel, Mary Christmas Day (among Christian communities) Christmas Day (among Christian communities)
March 8: Almaz, Helen International Women’s Day; common Eritrean names International Women’s Day; common Eritrean names
May 24: Isaias, Fessehaye Independence Day; names of national heroes Independence Day; names of national heroes
November 20: Mebrahtu, Kidane Martyrs Day; commemorates fallen fighters Martyrs Day; commemorates fallen fighters
September 1: Hamid, Ibrahim Start of the armed struggle; important liberation leaders Start of the armed struggle; important liberation leaders

Eswatini

December 25: Kristjan, Maria Christmas Day; religious and common names Christmas Day; religious and common names
February 24: Konstantin, Lennart Independence Day; honors presidents like Konstantin Päts, Lennart Meri Independence Day; honors presidents like Konstantin Päts, Lennart Meri
June 23: Jaan St. John’s Day (Jaanipäev); one of the most celebrated name days St. John’s Day (Jaanipäev); one of the most celebrated name days
June 24: Johannes Traditional celebration of the Nativity of St. John Traditional celebration of the Nativity of St. John
March 8: Maarika, Anneli International Women’s Day; Estonian women’s names International Women’s Day; Estonian women’s names

Ethiopia

April 19: Sobhuza King Sobhuza II’s birthday, historically honored King Sobhuza II’s birthday, historically honored
December 25: Emmanuel, Maria Christmas Day; Christian names celebrated in Swazi Christian communities Christmas Day; Christian names celebrated in Swazi Christian communities
July 22: Mswati King Mswati III’s birthday; widely recognized King Mswati III’s birthday; widely recognized
March 8: Nondumiso, Zodwa International Women’s Day; common Swazi women’s names International Women’s Day; common Swazi women’s names
September 6: Independence Independence Day; symbolic for those named after the kingdom Independence Day; symbolic for those named after the kingdom

Fiji

January 7: Yeshua, Mariam Ethiopian Orthodox Christmas (Genna) Ethiopian Orthodox Christmas (Genna)
March 2: Menelik, Taitu Victory of Adwa Day; honors Emperor Menelik II and Empress Taitu Victory of Adwa Day; honors Emperor Menelik II and Empress Taitu
March 8: Aster, Almaz International Women’s Day; popular Ethiopian names International Women’s Day; popular Ethiopian names
May 5: Haile, Selassie Commemorates return of Emperor Haile Selassie in 1941 Commemorates return of Emperor Haile Selassie in 1941
September 11: Kidus Yohannes Ethiopian New Year (Enkutatash); also associated with St. John Ethiopian New Year (Enkutatash); also associated with St. John

Finland

December 25: Emmanuel, Maria Christmas Day; Christian names celebrated widely Christmas Day; Christian names celebrated widely
July 22: Ratu Ratu Sir Lala Sukuna Day (formerly observed); national leader Ratu Sir Lala Sukuna Day (formerly observed); national leader
March 8: Mere, Adi International Women’s Day; common Fijian women’s names International Women’s Day; common Fijian women’s names
October 10: Cakobau, Josefa Fiji Day; honors leaders like Ratu Cakobau and President Josefa Iloilo Fiji Day; honors leaders like Ratu Cakobau and President Josefa Iloilo

France

December 25: Kristiina, Mikael Christmas Day; religious and popular names Christmas Day; religious and popular names
December 6: Independence Independence Day; often symbolic for names like Suomi or Ahti Independence Day; often symbolic for names like Suomi or Ahti
February 5: Johan Runeberg Day; celebrates national poet Johan Ludvig Runeberg Runeberg Day; celebrates national poet Johan Ludvig Runeberg
June 4: Carl Marshal Mannerheim Day; honors Carl Gustaf Emil Mannerheim Marshal Mannerheim Day; honors Carl Gustaf Emil Mannerheim
March 8: Aino, Helmi International Women’s Day; traditional Finnish names International Women’s Day; traditional Finnish names

Gabon

December 25: Emmanuel, Marie Christmas Day; widely used names in French tradition Christmas Day; widely used names in French tradition
January 6: Gaspard, Melchior Epiphany; celebrated with "Fête des Rois" Epiphany; celebrated with "Fête des Rois"
July 14: Marianne Bastille Day; personification of the French Republic Bastille Day; personification of the French Republic
May 8: Jeanne Victory in Europe Day; often linked with Joan of Arc (Jeanne d’Arc) Victory in Europe Day; often linked with Joan of Arc (Jeanne d’Arc)
November 11: Georges, Armistice Armistice Day; common name linked with Georges Clemenceau Armistice Day; common name linked with Georges Clemenceau

Gambia

April 10: Léon Léon M’ba Day; honors Gabon’s first president Léon M’ba Day; honors Gabon’s first president
August 17: Independence Independence Day; symbolic names like Patrice or Libreville honored Independence Day; symbolic names like Patrice or Libreville honored
December 25: Emmanuel, Marie Christmas Day; religious names among Christian population Christmas Day; religious names among Christian population
March 8: Mireille, Gisèle International Women’s Day; popular Gabonese names International Women’s Day; popular Gabonese names

Georgia

December 25: Emmanuel, Mariama Christmas Day; observed by Christian minorities Christmas Day; observed by Christian minorities
February 18: Dawda Independence Day; President Dawda Jawara commemorated Independence Day; President Dawda Jawara commemorated
March 8: Fatou, Isatou International Women’s Day; common Gambian names International Women’s Day; common Gambian names

Germany

August 28: Mariam Dormition of the Virgin Mary (Orthodox calendar) Dormition of the Virgin Mary (Orthodox calendar)
December 25: Emmanuel, Mariami Christmas Day (among Catholics); Orthodox celebrate Jan 7 Christmas Day (among Catholics); Orthodox celebrate Jan 7
January 14: Basil Old New Year; celebrated in Orthodox tradition Old New Year; celebrated in Orthodox tradition
May 26: Noe Independence Day; honors Noe Zhordania, first leader of independent Georgia Independence Day; honors Noe Zhordania, first leader of independent Georgia
November 23: George St. George’s Day (Giorgoba); one of Georgia’s most important name days St. George’s Day (Giorgoba); one of Georgia’s most important name days

Ghana

December 6: Nikolaus St. Nicholas Day; celebrated by children across the country St. Nicholas Day; celebrated by children across the country
January 6: Kaspar, Melchior Epiphany; Three Kings Day observed in Catholic regions Epiphany; Three Kings Day observed in Catholic regions
June 24: Johannes Nativity of St. John the Baptist (Johannistag) Nativity of St. John the Baptist (Johannistag)
May 1: Josef Labor Day; often linked to St. Joseph in Catholic traditions Labor Day; often linked to St. Joseph in Catholic traditions
October 3: Helmut, Angela German Unity Day; modern association with political leaders German Unity Day; modern association with political leaders

Greece

December 25: Emmanuel, Mary Christmas Day; popular Christian names in Ghana Christmas Day; popular Christian names in Ghana
July 1: Nkrumah Republic Day; historic link to President Kwame Nkrumah Republic Day; historic link to President Kwame Nkrumah
March 6: Kwame, Akua Independence Day; linked to Kwame Nkrumah and traditional day names Independence Day; linked to Kwame Nkrumah and traditional day names
March 8: Abena, Akosua International Women’s Day; common Ghanaian female names International Women’s Day; common Ghanaian female names

Grenada

April 23: George Feast of St. George (when not moved due to Easter) Feast of St. George (when not moved due to Easter)
April 25: Mark Feast of St. Mark the Evangelist Feast of St. Mark the Evangelist
August 15: Mary Dormition of the Theotokos Dormition of the Theotokos
August 27: Phanourios Feast of St. Phanourios Feast of St. Phanourios
August 29: John Beheading of St. John the Baptist Beheading of St. John the Baptist
August 6: Sotirios Transfiguration of Christ Transfiguration of Christ
December 12: Spyridon Feast of St. Spyridon the Wonderworker Feast of St. Spyridon the Wonderworker
December 25: Emmanuel Nativity of Christ Nativity of Christ
December 27: Stephen Feast of St. Stephen the First Martyr Feast of St. Stephen the First Martyr
December 4: Barbara Feast of St. Barbara the Great Martyr Feast of St. Barbara the Great Martyr
December 5: Savas Feast of St. Savas the Sanctified Feast of St. Savas the Sanctified
December 6: Nicholas Feast of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker Feast of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker
December 9: Anna Conception of St. Anna Conception of St. Anna
February 10: Haralambos Feast of St. Haralambos Feast of St. Haralambos
February 17: Theodore Feast of St. Theodore the Tyro Feast of St. Theodore the Tyro
February 26: Photini Feast of St. Photini the Samaritan Woman Feast of St. Photini the Samaritan Woman
February 3: Symeon Feast of St. Symeon the God-Receiver Feast of St. Symeon the God-Receiver
January 1: Basil Feast of St. Basil the Great Feast of St. Basil the Great
January 17: Anthony Feast of St. Anthony the Great Feast of St. Anthony the Great
January 18: Athanasios, Cyril Feast of Sts. Athanasios and Cyril Feast of Sts. Athanasios and Cyril
January 20: Euthymios Feast of St. Euthymios the Great Feast of St. Euthymios the Great
January 25: Gregory Feast of St. Gregory the Theologian Feast of St. Gregory the Theologian
January 30: Basil, Gregory, John Three Hierarchs (Patron saints of education) Three Hierarchs (Patron saints of education)
January 7: John Synaxis of St. John the Baptist Synaxis of St. John the Baptist
July 1: Cosmas, Damian Feast of the Unmercenary Healers Feast of the Unmercenary Healers
July 17: Marina Feast of St. Marina the Great Martyr Feast of St. Marina the Great Martyr
July 20: Elias Feast of Prophet Elijah Feast of Prophet Elijah
July 22: Mary Magdalene Feast of St. Mary Magdalene Feast of St. Mary Magdalene
July 25: Anna Feast of St. Anna, mother of the Virgin Mary Feast of St. Anna, mother of the Virgin Mary
July 26: Paraskevi Feast of St. Paraskevi Feast of St. Paraskevi
July 27: Panteleimon Feast of St. Panteleimon the Great Martyr Feast of St. Panteleimon the Great Martyr
June 11: Bartholomew, Barnabas Feast of the Apostles Feast of the Apostles
June 30: Apostles General Feast of the Twelve Apostles General Feast of the Twelve Apostles
March 25: Mary Annunciation of the Theotokos Annunciation of the Theotokos
May 21: Constantine, Helen Feast of Saints Constantine and Helen Feast of Saints Constantine and Helen
May 5: Irene Feast of St. Irene the Great Martyr Feast of St. Irene the Great Martyr
May 8: John the Theologian Feast of St. John the Evangelist Feast of St. John the Evangelist
November 1: Cosmas, Damian Second commemoration of the Unmercenary Healers Second commemoration of the Unmercenary Healers
November 11: Menas Feast of St. Menas the Great Martyr Feast of St. Menas the Great Martyr
November 14: Philip Feast of St. Philip the Apostle Feast of St. Philip the Apostle
November 16: Matthew Feast of St. Matthew the Evangelist Feast of St. Matthew the Evangelist
November 25: Catherine Feast of St. Catherine the Great Martyr Feast of St. Catherine the Great Martyr
November 30: Andrew Feast of St. Andrew the Apostle Feast of St. Andrew the Apostle
November 8: Michael, Gabriel Synaxis of the Archangels Synaxis of the Archangels
November 9: Nektarios Feast of St. Nektarios of Aegina Feast of St. Nektarios of Aegina
October 18: Luke Feast of St. Luke the Evangelist Feast of St. Luke the Evangelist
October 26: Demetrios Feast of St. Demetrios the Myrrh-streamer Feast of St. Demetrios the Myrrh-streamer
September 1: Symeon Beginning of the Orthodox ecclesiastical year Beginning of the Orthodox ecclesiastical year
September 14: Stavros Exaltation of the Holy Cross Exaltation of the Holy Cross
September 17: Sophia, Faith, Hope, Love Feast of the Martyr Sophia and her daughters Feast of the Martyr Sophia and her daughters
September 23: John Conception of St. John the Baptist Conception of St. John the Baptist
September 26: John the Theologian Repose of St. John the Evangelist Repose of St. John the Evangelist
September 8: Mary Nativity of the Theotokos Nativity of the Theotokos

Guatemala

December 25: Emmanuel, Maria Christmas Day; names associated with Christianity Christmas Day; names associated with Christianity
February 7: Maurice Independence Day; linked to former PM Maurice Bishop Independence Day; linked to former PM Maurice Bishop
March 8: Andrea, Keisha International Women’s Day; common Grenadian female names International Women’s Day; common Grenadian female names
October 19: Bishop Maurice Bishop Memorial Day Maurice Bishop Memorial Day

Guinea

December 12: Guadalupe Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe
December 25: Jesús, María Christmas Day; widely celebrated names Christmas Day; widely celebrated names
June 17: Padre Father’s Day; names like José or Carlos celebrated informally Father’s Day; names like José or Carlos celebrated informally
March 8: Rosa, Ana International Women’s Day; common Guatemalan names International Women’s Day; common Guatemalan names
September 15: José, Dolores Independence Day; often associated with national and religious figures Independence Day; often associated with national and religious figures

Guinea-Bissau

December 25: Emmanuel, Mariama Christmas Day; Christian community celebrates these names Christmas Day; Christian community celebrates these names
March 8: Aissatou, Fanta International Women’s Day; common female names International Women’s Day; common female names
October 2: Sékou Independence Day; honors Sékou Touré, Guinea’s first president Independence Day; honors Sékou Touré, Guinea’s first president

Guyana

December 25: Emmanuel, Teresa Christmas Day; Christian names observed Christmas Day; Christian names observed
March 8: Augusta, Binta International Women’s Day; traditional female names International Women’s Day; traditional female names
September 24: Amílcar Independence Day; honors Amílcar Cabral, independence leader Independence Day; honors Amílcar Cabral, independence leader

Haiti

December 25: Emmanuel, Mary Christmas Day; Christian names widely observed Christmas Day; Christian names widely observed
February 23: Cuffy Republic Day (Mashramani); Cuffy was a national hero Republic Day (Mashramani); Cuffy was a national hero
March 8: Indira, Simone International Women’s Day; common names celebrated International Women’s Day; common names celebrated

Honduras

December 25: Emmanuel, Marie Christmas Day; Christian name day Christmas Day; Christian name day
January 1: Jean-Jacques Independence Day; honors Jean-Jacques Dessalines Independence Day; honors Jean-Jacques Dessalines
March 8: Mireille, Monique International Women’s Day; popular Haitian names International Women’s Day; popular Haitian names
October 17: Dessalines Death anniversary of Jean-Jacques Dessalines Death anniversary of Jean-Jacques Dessalines

Hungary

December 25: Jesus Christmas Day (Nativity of Jesus) Christmas Day (Nativity of Jesus)
December 8: Mary Feast of the Immaculate Conception Feast of the Immaculate Conception
February 11: Bernadette Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes; linked with St. Bernadette Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes; linked with St. Bernadette
June 29: Peter, Paul Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, patron saints of the Vatican Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, patron saints of the Vatican
March 19: Joseph Feast of Saint Joseph, patron of the Universal Church Feast of Saint Joseph, patron of the Universal Church
October 22: John Paul Feast of Saint John Paul II Feast of Saint John Paul II

Iceland

December 25: Jesús, María Christmas Day; Christian names honored across Honduras Christmas Day; Christian names honored across Honduras
March 8: Ana, Teresa International Women’s Day; common female names International Women’s Day; common female names
September 15: José, Francisco Independence Day; commonly honored names in national history Independence Day; commonly honored names in national history

India

April 12: Gyula Hungarian name day of Gyula Hungarian name day of Gyula
August 20: István Hungarian national holiday and name day of István Hungarian national holiday and name day of István
December 24: Ádám, Éva Hungarian name day of Ádám and Éva (Christmas Eve) Hungarian name day of Ádám and Éva (Christmas Eve)
December 25: Eugénia Hungarian name day of Eugénia (Christmas) Hungarian name day of Eugénia (Christmas)
December 6: Miklós Hungarian name day of Miklós (St. Nicholas) Hungarian name day of Miklós (St. Nicholas)
February 14: Valentin Hungarian name day of Valentin Hungarian name day of Valentin
January 1: Fruzsina Hungarian name day of Fruzsina Hungarian name day of Fruzsina
January 10: Melánia Hungarian name day of Melánia Hungarian name day of Melánia
January 2: Ábel Hungarian name day of Ábel Hungarian name day of Ábel
January 3: Genovéva Hungarian name day of Genovéva Hungarian name day of Genovéva
January 4: Titusz Hungarian name day of Titusz Hungarian name day of Titusz
January 5: Simon Hungarian name day of Simon Hungarian name day of Simon
January 6: Boldizsár Hungarian name day of Boldizsár (Epiphany) Hungarian name day of Boldizsár (Epiphany)
January 7: Attila Hungarian name day of Attila Hungarian name day of Attila
January 8: Gyöngyvér Hungarian name day of Gyöngyvér Hungarian name day of Gyöngyvér
January 9: Marcell Hungarian name day of Marcell Hungarian name day of Marcell
July 2: Ottó Hungarian name day of Ottó Hungarian name day of Ottó
June 8: Medárd Hungarian name day of Medárd Hungarian name day of Medárd
March 19: József Hungarian name day of József Hungarian name day of József
March 25: Irén Hungarian name day of Irén Hungarian name day of Irén
May 4: Mónika Hungarian name day of Mónika Hungarian name day of Mónika
November 19: Erzsébet Hungarian name day of Erzsébet Hungarian name day of Erzsébet
October 28: Simon, Szimonetta Hungarian name day of Simon and Szimonetta Hungarian name day of Simon and Szimonetta
September 1: Egyed Hungarian name day of Egyed Hungarian name day of Egyed

Indonesia

December 25: Kristján, María Christmas Day; common Icelandic names Christmas Day; common Icelandic names
December 6: Nikulás St. Nicholas Day St. Nicholas Day
June 17: Jón National Day; Jón Sigurðsson, leader of independence movement National Day; Jón Sigurðsson, leader of independence movement

Iran

December 25: Emmanuel, Mary Christmas Day; celebrated by Christian communities Christmas Day; celebrated by Christian communities
January 26: Rajendra, Nehru Republic Day; names of first president and prime minister Republic Day; names of first president and prime minister
March 8: Indira, Savitri International Women’s Day; linked to famous Indian women International Women’s Day; linked to famous Indian women
October 2: Gandhi, Mohan Gandhi Jayanti; birth of Mahatma Gandhi Gandhi Jayanti; birth of Mahatma Gandhi

Iraq

April 21: Kartini Kartini Day; honors national heroine Raden Ajeng Kartini Kartini Day; honors national heroine Raden Ajeng Kartini
August 17: Merdeka Independence Day; symbolic name meaning "freedom" Independence Day; symbolic name meaning "freedom"
December 25: Yesus, Maria Christmas Day; Christian names celebrated in Christian-majority regions Christmas Day; Christian names celebrated in Christian-majority regions
June 1: Pancasila Birth of Pancasila; indirectly linked to Sukarno’s national philosophy Birth of Pancasila; indirectly linked to Sukarno’s national philosophy
June 6: Sukarno Birthday of President Sukarno Birthday of President Sukarno
March 8: Kartini, Dewi International Women’s Day; names associated with Indonesian female figures International Women’s Day; names associated with Indonesian female figures
May 1: Sukarno Labor Day; occasionally linked with Sukarno’s pro-worker policies Labor Day; occasionally linked with Sukarno’s pro-worker policies

Ireland

April 1: Khomeini, Ruhollah Islamic Republic Day; named for Ayatollah Khomeini Islamic Republic Day; named for Ayatollah Khomeini
December 25: Isa Christmas Day for Christian minorities; name of Jesus in Islam Christmas Day for Christian minorities; name of Jesus in Islam
June 3: Khomeini Death anniversary of Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini Death anniversary of Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini
March 20: Nowruz Persian New Year; names like Nowruz used symbolically Persian New Year; names like Nowruz used symbolically
March 8: Fatemeh, Narges International Women’s Day; celebrated by some communities International Women’s Day; celebrated by some communities

Israel

April 9: Saddam Fall of Baghdad; historical association with Saddam Hussein Fall of Baghdad; historical association with Saddam Hussein
December 25: Emmanuel, Mariam Christian name observance on Christmas Christian name observance on Christmas
March 8: Zaynab, Fatimah International Women’s Day; associated with revered women in Islam International Women’s Day; associated with revered women in Islam
October 3: Faisal, Ghazi Independence Day; associated with King Faisal I and King Ghazi Independence Day; associated with King Faisal I and King Ghazi

Italy

April 23: George Observed by some Protestants for St. George Observed by some Protestants for St. George
August 15: Mary Assumption of Mary; religious name day Assumption of Mary; religious name day
December 25: Joseph, Mary Christmas Day Christmas Day
December 6: Nicholas St. Nicholas Day St. Nicholas Day
March 17: Patrick St. Patrick’s Day; patron saint of Ireland St. Patrick’s Day; patron saint of Ireland
November 1: All Saints Common name day for saints and religious figures Common name day for saints and religious figures

Ivory Coast

April 18: Herzl, Theodor Israel Independence-related celebrations; Zionist leader Theodor Herzl Israel Independence-related celebrations; Zionist leader Theodor Herzl
April/May: David, Miriam Yom HaZikaron (Memorial Day); common names of fallen soldiers Yom HaZikaron (Memorial Day); common names of fallen soldiers
April/May: Golda Yom HaAtzmaut (Independence Day); honors past PMs like Golda Meir Yom HaAtzmaut (Independence Day); honors past PMs like Golda Meir
December 25: Emmanuel Celebrated by Christian minorities Celebrated by Christian minorities
May/June: Ruth Shavuot; associated with biblical figure Ruth Shavuot; associated with biblical figure Ruth

Jamaica

April 25: Marco Feast of St. Mark; patron saint of Venice Feast of St. Mark; patron saint of Venice
December 25: Gesù, Maria Christmas Day Christmas Day
December 6: Nicola St. Nicholas Day St. Nicholas Day
January 6: Epifania Epiphany; associated with La Befana tradition Epiphany; associated with La Befana tradition
June 13: Antonio Feast of St. Anthony Feast of St. Anthony
June 24: Giovanni Feast of St. John the Baptist Feast of St. John the Baptist
March 19: Giuseppe St. Joseph’s Day St. Joseph’s Day
October 4: Francesco St. Francis of Assisi Day St. Francis of Assisi Day

Japan

August 6: George, Norman Independence Day; founding figures Norman Manley, George William Gordon Independence Day; founding figures Norman Manley, George William Gordon
December 25: Emmanuel, Mary Christmas Day Christmas Day
February 6: Bob Birthday of Bob Marley Birthday of Bob Marley
March 8: Nanny, Simone International Women’s Day; Nanny of the Maroons as national heroine International Women’s Day; Nanny of the Maroons as national heroine

Jordan

December 23: Akihito Former Emperor’s birthday (until 2019) Former Emperor’s birthday (until 2019)
December 25: Iesu Christmas name observance among Christian minority Christmas name observance among Christian minority
February 11: Jimmu National Foundation Day; honors Emperor Jimmu National Foundation Day; honors Emperor Jimmu
February 23: Naruhito Current Emperor’s birthday Current Emperor’s birthday
March 8: Yoko, Aiko International Women’s Day; modern observance International Women’s Day; modern observance

Kazakhstan

December 25: Issa, Mariam Celebrated by Christian population Celebrated by Christian population
June 14: Hussein Birthday of King Hussein (1935) Birthday of King Hussein (1935)
March 8: Fatima, Aisha International Women’s Day; celebrates female icons International Women’s Day; celebrates female icons
May 25: Abdullah Independence Day; honors King Abdullah I and II Independence Day; honors King Abdullah I and II
October 14: Nasser Commemoration of Arab unity; Gamal Abdel Nasser is symbolically honored Commemoration of Arab unity; Gamal Abdel Nasser is symbolically honored

Kenya

December 1: Nursultan Day of the First President Day of the First President
December 25: Isa, Maria Christmas celebrated among Christian minority Christmas celebrated among Christian minority
July 6: Astana, Nursultan Capital City Day; honors former President Nursultan Nazarbayev Capital City Day; honors former President Nursultan Nazarbayev
March 22: Nauryz Nauryz Meyrami (New Year); traditional names often celebrated Nauryz Meyrami (New Year); traditional names often celebrated
March 8: Gulnara, Aida International Women’s Day; common female names International Women’s Day; common female names

Kiribati

December 12: Jomo Jamhuri Day; commemorates President Jomo Kenyatta Jamhuri Day; commemorates President Jomo Kenyatta
December 25: Emmanuel, Mary Christmas Day Christmas Day
March 8: Wangari International Women’s Day; honors Wangari Maathai International Women’s Day; honors Wangari Maathai
October 20: Dedan, Kimathi Mashujaa Day (Heroes Day); honors figures like Dedan Kimathi Mashujaa Day (Heroes Day); honors figures like Dedan Kimathi

Korea, North

December 25: Iesu, Maria Christmas Day Christmas Day
July 11: Teburoro, Taneti Independence Day; linked with leaders like Teburoro Tito Independence Day; linked with leaders like Teburoro Tito
March 8: Teretia International Women’s Day; common I-Kiribati names International Women’s Day; common I-Kiribati names

Korea, South

December 25: Mariam, Yousuf Christmas celebrated among Christian minorities Christmas celebrated among Christian minorities
February 25: Sabah National Day; honors Emir Abdullah Al-Salim Al-Sabah National Day; honors Emir Abdullah Al-Salim Al-Sabah
March 8: Fatima, Amal International Women’s Day International Women’s Day

Kosovo

August 31: Manas Independence Day; epic hero “Manas” widely celebrated Independence Day; epic hero “Manas” widely celebrated
December 25: Isa, Maria Christmas celebrated among Christian minority Christmas celebrated among Christian minority
March 24: Akaev March 2005 Revolution; linked with Askar Akaev March 2005 Revolution; linked with Askar Akaev
March 8: Aigul, Gulzat International Women’s Day International Women’s Day

Kuwait

December 2: Kaysone National Day; honors leader Kaysone Phomvihane National Day; honors leader Kaysone Phomvihane
December 25: Emmanuel, Marie Christmas Day; Christian minority observance Christmas Day; Christian minority observance
March 8: Khampheng, Chanthaly International Women’s Day; local names celebrated International Women’s Day; local names celebrated

Kyrgyzstan

December 25: Kristaps, Marija Christmas Day Christmas Day
December 6: Nikolaus St. Nicholas Day St. Nicholas Day
June 23: Janis Jāņi festival (St. John’s Eve); huge name celebration Jāņi festival (St. John’s Eve); huge name celebration
June 24: Janis, Līgo St. John’s Day (Līgo) St. John’s Day (Līgo)
March 8: Maija, Zane International Women’s Day; common Latvian names International Women’s Day; common Latvian names
November 18: Karlis, Janis Independence Day; linked to founding fathers Independence Day; linked to founding fathers

Laos

December 25: Jesus Christmas Day Christmas Day
December 4: Barbara Feast of Saint Barbara, widely celebrated by Lebanese Christians Feast of Saint Barbara, widely celebrated by Lebanese Christians
December 6: Nicholas Saint Nicholas Day, especially in Maronite and Orthodox communities Saint Nicholas Day, especially in Maronite and Orthodox communities
March 25: Mary Feast of the Annunciation, recognized as a national holiday Feast of the Annunciation, recognized as a national holiday
November 22: Bechara Independence Day; Bechara El Khoury was the first President Independence Day; Bechara El Khoury was the first President
September 14: Cross Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross

Latvia

April 4: Joshua Anniversary of Lesotho Evangelical Church Anniversary of Lesotho Evangelical Church
December 25: Emmanuel Christmas Day Christmas Day
June 14: Letsie King Letsie III's Birthday King Letsie III's Birthday
March 11: Mantsopa Saint Mantsopa’s Day; spiritual figure and prophetess Saint Mantsopa’s Day; spiritual figure and prophetess
October 4: Moshoeshoe Independence Day; honors King Moshoeshoe I, founder of Lesotho Independence Day; honors King Moshoeshoe I, founder of Lesotho

Lebanon

April 7: Students Commemorates student protests against the regime (1976) Commemorates student protests against the regime (1976)
December 24: Idris Independence Day (1951); honors King Idris I Independence Day (1951); honors King Idris I
February 17: Revolution Start of the Libyan revolution (2011) Start of the Libyan revolution (2011)
March 2: Jamahiriya Declaration of the People's Authority (1977) Declaration of the People's Authority (1977)
September 1: Muammar Al-Fateh Revolution Day; symbolic of Muammar Gaddafi's rule Al-Fateh Revolution Day; symbolic of Muammar Gaddafi's rule

Lesotho

August 15: Maria National Day and Feast of the Assumption National Day and Feast of the Assumption
December 25: Jesus Christmas Day Christmas Day
February 2: Candlemas Celebrated traditionally in Catholic regions Celebrated traditionally in Catholic regions
March 19: Joseph Feast of Saint Joseph Feast of Saint Joseph
October 15: Josef Associated with Prince Josef Wenzel I Associated with Prince Josef Wenzel I
September 8: Nativity Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Liberia

December 25: Kalėdos Christmas Day (Kalėdos in Lithuanian) Christmas Day (Kalėdos in Lithuanian)
February 16: Jonas Restoration of Independence Day (1918); Jonas Basanavičius honored Restoration of Independence Day (1918); Jonas Basanavičius honored
July 6: Mindaugas Statehood Day, honoring King Mindaugas Statehood Day, honoring King Mindaugas
June 24: Jonas Saint John’s Day (Joninės), midsummer festival Saint John’s Day (Joninės), midsummer festival
March 11: Vytautas Re-Establishment of Independence Day (1990); linked with Vytautas Landsbergis Re-Establishment of Independence Day (1990); linked with Vytautas Landsbergis
November 1: All Saints Celebrates named saints and deceased loved ones Celebrates named saints and deceased loved ones

Libya

December 25: Noël Christmas Day Christmas Day
December 6: Nicolas Saint Nicholas Day (Kleeschen), important children’s celebration Saint Nicholas Day (Kleeschen), important children’s celebration
January 23: Charlotte Birth of Grand Duchess Charlotte (1896) Birth of Grand Duchess Charlotte (1896)
June 23: Guillaume Grand Duke’s Official Birthday Grand Duke’s Official Birthday
September 10: Michel Commemorates Grand Duke Jean (Jean-Benoît Guillaume Robert Antoine Louis Marie Adolphe Marc d'Aviano) Commemorates Grand Duke Jean (Jean-Benoît Guillaume Robert Antoine Louis Marie Adolphe Marc d'Aviano)

Liechtenstein

August 15: Maria Assumption Day, Roman Catholic observance Assumption Day, Roman Catholic observance
December 25: Kristy Christmas Day Christmas Day
June 26: Independence Independence from France (1960) Independence from France (1960)
March 29: Philibert Commemoration of 1947 rebellion; Philibert Tsiranana was key figure Commemoration of 1947 rebellion; Philibert Tsiranana was key figure
November 1: Saints All Saints’ Day, recognized in Christian communities All Saints’ Day, recognized in Christian communities

Lithuania

December 25: Yesu Christmas Day Christmas Day
January 15: John Chilembwe Day; commemorates Baptist pastor John Chilembwe Chilembwe Day; commemorates Baptist pastor John Chilembwe
July 6: Kamuzu Independence Day; linked to President Hastings Kamuzu Banda Independence Day; linked to President Hastings Kamuzu Banda
March 3: Martyrs Martyrs' Day, honors those who died in the struggle for independence Martyrs' Day, honors those who died in the struggle for independence
October 14: Mother Mother's Day in Malawi Mother's Day in Malawi

Luxembourg

August 31: Merdeka Independence Day; often associated with founding figures Independence Day; often associated with founding figures
December 25: Emmanuel, Mary Christmas Day; celebrated among Christian communities Christmas Day; celebrated among Christian communities
March 8: Fatimah, Siti International Women’s Day; common female names honored International Women’s Day; common female names honored
September 16: Malaysia Malaysia Day; commemorates the formation of Malaysia Malaysia Day; commemorates the formation of Malaysia

Madagascar

December 25: Isa, Maryam Christmas Day; celebrated by Christian expatriates Christmas Day; celebrated by Christian expatriates
July 26: Mohamed, Ibrahim Independence Day; linked with early leaders Independence Day; linked with early leaders
March 8: Aishath, Aminath International Women’s Day International Women’s Day
November 11: Nasir Republic Day; honors Ibrahim Nasir Republic Day; honors Ibrahim Nasir

Malawi

December 25: Emmanuel, Marie Christmas Day Christmas Day
March 8: Mariam, Awa International Women’s Day International Women’s Day
September 22: Modibo Independence Day; honors President Modibo Keïta Independence Day; honors President Modibo Keïta

Malaysia

December 25: Emmanuel, Mary Christmas Day Christmas Day
December 8: Mary Feast of the Immaculate Conception Feast of the Immaculate Conception
February 10: Paul Feast of St. Paul’s Shipwreck; public holiday and name day Feast of St. Paul’s Shipwreck; public holiday and name day
June 29: Peter, Paul Feast of Saints Peter and Paul (L-Imnarja) Feast of Saints Peter and Paul (L-Imnarja)
March 19: Joseph St. Joseph’s Day; observed religiously St. Joseph’s Day; observed religiously

Maldives

December 25: Emmanuel, Mary Christmas Day Christmas Day
March 1: Bravo Nuclear Victims Remembrance Day; linked to “Bravo” test site Nuclear Victims Remembrance Day; linked to “Bravo” test site
March 8: Lani, Maria International Women’s Day International Women’s Day
May 1: Labor Constitution Day; celebrated nationwide Constitution Day; celebrated nationwide

Mali

December 25: Isa, Mariam Christmas celebrated among minorities Christmas celebrated among minorities
March 8: Aïcha, Mouna International Women’s Day International Women’s Day
November 28: Moktar Independence Day; honors Moktar Ould Daddah Independence Day; honors Moktar Ould Daddah

Malta

December 25: Emmanuel, Mary Christmas Day Christmas Day
March 12: Seewoosagur Independence Day; honors Seewoosagur Ramgoolam Independence Day; honors Seewoosagur Ramgoolam
March 8: Anusha, Shalini International Women’s Day International Women’s Day

Marshall Islands

December 12: Guadalupe Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe; widely celebrated Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe; widely celebrated
December 25: Jesús, María Christmas Day Christmas Day
February 5: Benito Constitution Day Constitution Day
March 21: Benito Birthday of Benito Juárez; a national holiday Birthday of Benito Juárez; a national holiday
September 16: Miguel Independence Day; associated with Miguel Hidalgo Independence Day; associated with Miguel Hidalgo

Mauritania

December 25: Emmanuel, Mary Christmas Day Christmas Day
March 8: Emeliana, Maria International Women’s Day International Women’s Day
May 10: Tosiwo Constitution Day; linked to Tosiwo Nakayama Constitution Day; linked to Tosiwo Nakayama

Mauritius

August 27: Ștefan Independence Day; often associated with Stephen the Great Independence Day; often associated with Stephen the Great
December 25: Emanuel, Maria Christmas Day (also Jan 7 in Orthodox tradition) Christmas Day (also Jan 7 in Orthodox tradition)
March 8: Elena, Maria International Women’s Day International Women’s Day

Mexico

December 25: Emmanuel, Marie Christmas Day Christmas Day
March 8: Antoinette, Louise International Women’s Day International Women’s Day
November 19: Rainier, Albert National Day; honors the princes of Monaco National Day; honors the princes of Monaco

Micronesia

December 25: Isa, Maria Christmas among Christian minorities Christmas among Christian minorities
July 11: Kambanda Independence Day; names associated with freedom Independence Day; names associated with freedom
March 8: Naran, Tuya International Women’s Day International Women’s Day

Moldova

December 19: Danilo Saint Danilo I, historic Montenegrin religious leader Saint Danilo I, historic Montenegrin religious leader
July 13: Nikola Statehood Day; linked with King Nikola I of Montenegro Statehood Day; linked with King Nikola I of Montenegro
May 21: Referendum Independence Day from Serbia (2006) Independence Day from Serbia (2006)
November 13: Cetinje Celebrates historic royal capital Celebrates historic royal capital
October 31: Lovćen Symbolic mountain day tied to Petar II Petrović-Njegoš Symbolic mountain day tied to Petar II Petrović-Njegoš

Monaco

December 25: Mariam, Youssef Christmas observed by Christian communities Christmas observed by Christian communities
March 8: Fatima, Amina International Women’s Day International Women’s Day
November 13: Hassan II Green March Day; honors former King Hassan II Green March Day; honors former King Hassan II

Mongolia

December 25: Emanuel, Maria Christmas Day Christmas Day
July 12: Samora Independence Day; honors Samora Machel Independence Day; honors Samora Machel
March 8: Maria, Lurdes International Women’s Day International Women’s Day

Montenegro

December 25: Christmas Celebrated by Christian minority communities Celebrated by Christian minority communities
January 4: Aung San Independence Day; honors General Aung San, national hero Independence Day; honors General Aung San, national hero
July 19: Martyrs Martyrs’ Day; commemorates Aung San and cabinet ministers’ deaths Martyrs’ Day; commemorates Aung San and cabinet ministers’ deaths
March 2: Ne Win Peasants' Day; marks 1962 coup by General Ne Win Peasants' Day; marks 1962 coup by General Ne Win
November 30: Tazaungdaing Festival of Lights; linked to traditional celebrations Festival of Lights; linked to traditional celebrations

Morocco

December 25: Immanuel, Maria Christmas Day Christmas Day
March 8: Ndeenda, Martha International Women’s Day International Women’s Day
September 21: Seretse Independence Day; honors Sir Seretse Khama Independence Day; honors Sir Seretse Khama

Mozambique

December 25: Isa, Maria Christmas Day Christmas Day
January 31: Hammer Independence Day; associated with national founders Independence Day; associated with national founders
March 8: Ayelech, Wubitu International Women’s Day; celebrated in urban areas International Women’s Day; celebrated in urban areas

Myanmar

December 25: Emmanuel, Mary Christmas celebrated by Christian minority Christmas celebrated by Christian minority
February 4: Dissanayake Independence Day; honors founding leaders Independence Day; honors founding leaders
March 8: Laxmi, Sita International Women’s Day International Women’s Day

Namibia

April 27: Willem King's Day; King Willem-Alexander's birthday King's Day; King Willem-Alexander's birthday
December 5: Sinterklaas Saint Nicholas Day Saint Nicholas Day
May 5: Bevrijding Liberation Day; symbolic for freedom Liberation Day; symbolic for freedom

Nauru

December 25: Emmanuel, Mary Christmas Day Christmas Day
February 6: Waitangi Waitangi Day; national founding celebrated Waitangi Day; national founding celebrated
July 10: Omar Independence Day; linked with leader Omar Bongo Independence Day; linked with leader Omar Bongo
March 8: Aroha, Moana International Women’s Day International Women’s Day

Nepal

July 19: Daniel, Matu’u Constitution Day; associated with local leaders Constitution Day; associated with local leaders
March 8: Maria, Juana International Women’s Day International Women’s Day
September 15: Ruben Independence Day; honors national poet Ruben Dario Independence Day; honors national poet Ruben Dario

Netherlands

December 18: Diori Republic Day; honors Hamani Diori Republic Day; honors Hamani Diori
December 25: Emmanuel, Marie Christmas Day Christmas Day
March 8: Aisha, Mariam International Women’s Day International Women’s Day

New Zealand

December 25: Emmanuel, Mary Christmas Day Christmas Day
March 8: Ngozi, Amina International Women’s Day International Women’s Day
October 1: Nnamdi Independence Day; honors Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe Independence Day; honors Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe

Nicaragua

August 2: Ilinden St. Elijah’s Day and Republic Day; both religious and national celebration St. Elijah’s Day and Republic Day; both religious and national celebration
December 25: Emanuel, Marija Christmas Day Christmas Day
March 8: Marija, Elena International Women’s Day International Women’s Day
October 11: Goce Revolution Day; honors Goce Delčev and WWII partisans Revolution Day; honors Goce Delčev and WWII partisans

Niger

December 25: Emmanuel, Maria Christmas Day Christmas Day
July 12: Murtala Independence Day; honors General Murtala Mohammed Independence Day; honors General Murtala Mohammed
March 8: Ingrid, Anna International Women’s Day International Women’s Day
May 17: Constitution National Day (Syttende Mai) National Day (Syttende Mai)

Nigeria

December 25: Isa Celebrated as Christmas by Christian expatriates Celebrated as Christmas by Christian expatriates
July 23: Renaissance Renaissance Day; marks Qaboos’s accession in 1970 Renaissance Day; marks Qaboos’s accession in 1970
March 21: Mother Mother’s Day (Arab world observance) Mother’s Day (Arab world observance)
May 1: Labor International Workers’ Day International Workers’ Day
November 18: Qaboos Birthday of Sultan Qaboos bin Said (former ruler) Birthday of Sultan Qaboos bin Said (former ruler)

North Macedonia

August 14: Zulfikar Independence Day; marks Pakistan's founding and honors early leaders Independence Day; marks Pakistan's founding and honors early leaders
December 25: Jinnah Birth of Muhammad Ali Jinnah Birth of Muhammad Ali Jinnah
March 23: Iqbal Pakistan Day; associated with Allama Iqbal Pakistan Day; associated with Allama Iqbal
March 8: Fatima, Malala International Women’s Day International Women’s Day

Norway

December 25: Jesus Christmas Day Christmas Day
March 15: Constitution Constitution Day (1981) Constitution Day (1981)
May 5: President Senior Citizens’ Day; honors elders, including early presidents Senior Citizens’ Day; honors elders, including early presidents
October 1: Independence Independence Day (1994, Free Association with U.S.) Independence Day (1994, Free Association with U.S.)

Oman

December 25: Issa Christmas Day, celebrated in Bethlehem and other cities Christmas Day, celebrated in Bethlehem and other cities
January 1: George Saint George’s Day; celebrated in Christian communities Saint George’s Day; celebrated in Christian communities
May 15: Nakba Nakba Day; remembrance of 1948 displacement Nakba Day; remembrance of 1948 displacement
November 15: Independence Declaration of Palestinian Independence (1988) Declaration of Palestinian Independence (1988)

Pakistan

December 25: Emmanuel, María Christmas Day Christmas Day
January 9: Martyrs Martyrs' Day; commemorates students killed during sovereignty protests Martyrs' Day; commemorates students killed during sovereignty protests
March 8: Ana, Marisol International Women’s Day International Women’s Day
November 3: Guillermo Independence Day; often associated with founding father Guillermo Endara Independence Day; often associated with founding father Guillermo Endara

Palau

August 26: Repentance National Day of Repentance National Day of Repentance
December 25: Christmas Celebrated nationwide Celebrated nationwide
June 24: John Recognized by Christian communities as St. John the Baptist Day Recognized by Christian communities as St. John the Baptist Day
March 8: Women International Women’s Day, marked by social groups International Women’s Day, marked by social groups
September 16: Independence Independence Day from Australia (1975) Independence Day from Australia (1975)

Palestine

December 25: Emmanuel, María Christmas Day Christmas Day
July 9: Pedro, Andres Independence Day; commemorates early leaders like Pedro Pablo Independence Day; commemorates early leaders like Pedro Pablo
March 1: Heroes Heroes Day; honors national war heroes Heroes Day; honors national war heroes
March 8: Carmen, Rosa International Women’s Day International Women’s Day

Panama

August 30: Rosa St. Rose of Lima Day; patroness of Peru St. Rose of Lima Day; patroness of Peru
December 25: Emmanuel, María Christmas Day Christmas Day
July 28: José, Simón Independence Day; often linked with José de San Martín and Bolívar Independence Day; often linked with José de San Martín and Bolívar
March 8: María, Juana International Women’s Day International Women’s Day

Papua New Guinea

August 21: Ninoy Ninoy Aquino Day; marks his assassination Ninoy Aquino Day; marks his assassination
December 25: Emmanuel, Maria Christmas Day Christmas Day
December 30: Rizal Rizal Day; commemorates Dr. José Rizal Rizal Day; commemorates Dr. José Rizal
June 12: Lapu-Lapu, Andres Independence Day; honors revolutionaries Independence Day; honors revolutionaries
March 8: Maria, Luningning International Women’s Day International Women’s Day
November 30: Bonifacio Bonifacio Day; commemorates Andrés Bonifacio Bonifacio Day; commemorates Andrés Bonifacio

Paraguay

April 25: Freedom Freedom Day; commemorates the Carnation Revolution Freedom Day; commemorates the Carnation Revolution
December 25: Emanuel, Maria Christmas Day Christmas Day
June 10: Luís, Camões Portugal Day; honors poet Luís de Camões Portugal Day; honors poet Luís de Camões
March 8: Ana, Catarina International Women’s Day International Women’s Day

Peru

December 18: Jassim National Day; honors founder Jassim bin Mohammed National Day; honors founder Jassim bin Mohammed
December 25: Isa, Maryam Christmas observed by Christian residents Christmas observed by Christian residents
March 8: Fatima, Mariam International Women’s Day (in limited urban celebrations) International Women’s Day (in limited urban celebrations)
May 22: Sheikh Tamim National Sports Day; widely associated with the ruling family National Sports Day; widely associated with the ruling family

Philippines

December 1: Ferdinand, Alba Great Union Day; celebrates national unity Great Union Day; celebrates national unity
December 25: Emanuel, Maria Christmas Day Christmas Day
March 1: Mărțișor Spring celebration with personal dedications Spring celebration with personal dedications
March 8: Elena, Ana International Women’s Day International Women’s Day

Poland

December 25: Emmanuel, Maria Christmas (celebrated Dec 25 by Catholics, Jan 7 by Orthodox) Christmas (celebrated Dec 25 by Catholics, Jan 7 by Orthodox)
June 12: Russia Russia Day; celebrates sovereignty Russia Day; celebrates sovereignty
March 8: Elena, Svetlana International Women’s Day International Women’s Day
November 4: National Unity Unity Day; commemorates end of foreign occupation in 1612 Unity Day; commemorates end of foreign occupation in 1612

Portugal

April 7: Genocide Genocide Memorial Day Genocide Memorial Day
December 25: Emmanuel, Marie Christmas Day Christmas Day
July 1: Kagame Liberation Day; celebrates Rwandan Patriotic Army’s victory Liberation Day; celebrates Rwandan Patriotic Army’s victory
March 8: Agnes, Aline International Women’s Day International Women’s Day

Qatar

December 25: Emmanuel, Maria Christmas Day Christmas Day
March 8: Mary, Josephine International Women’s Day International Women’s Day
September 19: Kennedy, Bradshaw National Heroes Day; honors Robert Bradshaw and others National Heroes Day; honors Robert Bradshaw and others

Romania

December 25: Emmanuel, Maria Christmas Day Christmas Day
February 22: George, Charles Independence Day; national figures celebrated Independence Day; national figures celebrated
March 8: Mary, Florence International Women’s Day International Women’s Day
October 17: Hewanorra National Heroes Day National Heroes Day

Russia

December 25: Emmanuel, Mary Christmas Day Christmas Day
July 1: Grant, Joshua Emancipation Day Emancipation Day
March 8: Maria, Grace International Women’s Day International Women’s Day
October 27: Milton Independence Day Independence Day

Rwanda

December 25: Emmanuel, Maria Christmas Day Christmas Day
June 1: Malietoa, Tamasese Independence Day Independence Day
March 8: Christina, Sandra International Women’s Day International Women’s Day

Saint Kitts and Nevis

December 25: Emmanuel, Maria Christmas Day Christmas Day
July 28: Marino, Leo Feast of Saint Marinus; also Republic Day Feast of Saint Marinus; also Republic Day
March 8: Grace, Ruth International Women’s Day International Women’s Day

Saint Lucia

December 25: Emmanuel, Maria Christmas Day Christmas Day
July 5: Agostinho, Neto Independence Day; associated with national founder Independence Day; associated with national founder
March 8: Maria, Celestina International Women’s Day International Women’s Day

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

December 25: Isa, Mariam Observed by Christian minorities Observed by Christian minorities
March 8: Fatima, Huda International Women’s Day (observed in limited contexts) International Women’s Day (observed in limited contexts)
September 23: Salman Saudi National Day; honors founding of the kingdom Saudi National Day; honors founding of the kingdom

Samoa

April 27: Senghor Independence Day; associated with President Léopold Senghor Independence Day; associated with President Léopold Senghor
December 25: Emmanuel, Marie Christmas Day Christmas Day
March 8: Awa, Mariama International Women’s Day International Women’s Day

San Marino

December 25: Emanuel, Marija Christmas Day (also celebrated January 7 by Orthodox) Christmas Day (also celebrated January 7 by Orthodox)
January 27: Sava Saint Sava Day; celebrates patron of Serbian schools and culture Saint Sava Day; celebrates patron of Serbian schools and culture
March 8: Milena, Ivana International Women’s Day International Women’s Day
September 15: Milica National Day; celebrates independence and local heroes National Day; celebrates independence and local heroes

Sao Tome and Principe

December 25: Emmanuel, Maria Christmas Day Christmas Day
February 18: Dlamini Independence Day; honors leaders of independence movement Independence Day; honors leaders of independence movement
March 8: Agnes, Marie International Women’s Day International Women’s Day

Saudi Arabia

December 25: Emmanuel, Mariama Christmas Day Christmas Day
March 8: Fatmata, Aminata International Women’s Day International Women’s Day
September 27: Bai, Gbassay Independence Day Independence Day

Senegal

August 9: Lee, Goh National Day; honors political figures like Lee Kuan Yew National Day; honors political figures like Lee Kuan Yew
December 25: Emmanuel, Mary Christmas Day Christmas Day
March 8: Mei, Anita International Women’s Day International Women’s Day

Serbia

December 25: Emanuel, Maria Christmas Day Christmas Day
July 17: Dubček, Jan Independence/Republic Day; sometimes associated with modern leaders Independence/Republic Day; sometimes associated with modern leaders
March 8: Jana, Lucia International Women’s Day International Women’s Day
September 1: Constitution Constitution Day Constitution Day

Seychelles

December 25: Emanuel, Marija Christmas Day Christmas Day
June 25: Jože, France Statehood Day; commemorates independence and national heroes Statehood Day; commemorates independence and national heroes
March 8: Marija, Ana International Women’s Day International Women’s Day

Sierra Leone

December 25: Christmas Celebrated in Christian-majority population Celebrated in Christian-majority population
July 7: Independence Independence Day from the United Kingdom (1978) Independence Day from the United Kingdom (1978)
June 1: Children Children’s Day in some communities Children’s Day in some communities
November 1: Saints All Saints’ Day, recognized in Christian areas All Saints’ Day, recognized in Christian areas

Singapore

December 25: Isa Christmas, recognized by small Christian minority Christmas, recognized by small Christian minority
July 1: Independence Unification of British and Italian Somaliland (1960) Unification of British and Italian Somaliland (1960)
November 20: Child Universal Children's Day observed by some NGOs Universal Children's Day observed by some NGOs
October 21: Siad Anniversary of Siad Barre’s coup in 1969 Anniversary of Siad Barre’s coup in 1969

Slovakia

April 27: Freedom Freedom Day; end of apartheid Freedom Day; end of apartheid
December 25: Emmanuel, Maria Christmas Day Christmas Day
July 1: Mandela, Biko Republic Day; associated with anti-apartheid figures Republic Day; associated with anti-apartheid figures
March 8: Thandiwe, Zanele International Women’s Day International Women’s Day

Slovenia

August 15: Liberation Liberation Day; commemorates end of Japanese rule Liberation Day; commemorates end of Japanese rule
December 25: Emmanuel, Maria Christmas Day Christmas Day
March 1: Samil, Yu Gwan-sun Independence Movement Day; linked to heroine Yu Gwan-sun Independence Movement Day; linked to heroine Yu Gwan-sun
October 3: Dangun National Foundation Day; celebrates legendary founder National Foundation Day; celebrates legendary founder

Solomon Islands

December 25: Emmanuel, Mary Christmas Day Christmas Day
July 9: Independence Independence Day Independence Day
March 8: Nyamal, Aluel International Women’s Day International Women’s Day
September 6: Salva, Garang Martyrs’ Day; honors South Sudanese war heroes Martyrs’ Day; honors South Sudanese war heroes

Somalia

August 15: María Assumption of the Virgin Mary Assumption of the Virgin Mary
December 6: Constitución Constitution Day Constitution Day
January 6: Reyes Epiphany/Three Kings' Day, celebrates Melchior, Gaspar, Balthazar Epiphany/Three Kings' Day, celebrates Melchior, Gaspar, Balthazar
July 25: Santiago Feast of St. James, patron saint of Spain Feast of St. James, patron saint of Spain
March 19: José Saint Joseph’s Day, especially in Valencia Saint Joseph’s Day, especially in Valencia
October 12: Pilar Día de la Hispanidad / Feast of Our Lady of the Pillar Día de la Hispanidad / Feast of Our Lady of the Pillar

South Africa

December 25: Christmas Celebrated by Christian communities Celebrated by Christian communities
February 4: Independence Celebrates independence from British rule (1948) Celebrates independence from British rule (1948)
June: Mahinda Poson Poya, marks arrival of Mahinda Thera introducing Buddhism Poson Poya, marks arrival of Mahinda Thera introducing Buddhism
May: Buddha Vesak Poya, celebrates birth, enlightenment, and death of Buddha Vesak Poya, celebrates birth, enlightenment, and death of Buddha
November 14: Children Children's Day Children's Day

South Sudan

December 25: Emmanuel, Mariam Christmas Day Christmas Day
February 27: Tariq, Hasan Independence Day Independence Day
March 8: Aisha, Fatima International Women’s Day International Women’s Day

Spain

December 25: Christmas Nationally observed Nationally observed
July 1: Keti Koti Emancipation Day; marks end of slavery Emancipation Day; marks end of slavery
November 25: Independence Celebrates independence from the Netherlands (1975) Celebrates independence from the Netherlands (1975)
October 10: Maroons Maroons Day, honors Maroon communities Maroons Day, honors Maroon communities

Sri Lanka

April 30: Valborg Walpurgis Night, traditional celebration Walpurgis Night, traditional celebration
December 13: Lucia St. Lucia’s Day, celebrates light and saint St. Lucia’s Day, celebrates light and saint
January 13: Knut St. Knut’s Day, ends Christmas season St. Knut’s Day, ends Christmas season
June 6: Gustav National Day; honors Gustav Vasa and 1809 constitution National Day; honors Gustav Vasa and 1809 constitution
May 1: Workers International Workers’ Day International Workers’ Day

Sudan

August 1: Confederation Swiss National Day; commemorates 1291 founding pact Swiss National Day; commemorates 1291 founding pact
December 6: Nicholas St. Nicholas Day, observed in many regions St. Nicholas Day, observed in many regions
January 2: Berchtold Berchtoldstag; celebrated mainly in German-speaking areas Berchtoldstag; celebrated mainly in German-speaking areas
November 1: All Saints All Saints’ Day, observed in Catholic cantons All Saints’ Day, observed in Catholic cantons

Suriname

April 17: Independence Evacuation Day; commemorates French withdrawal Evacuation Day; commemorates French withdrawal
December 25: Emmanuel, Mariam Christmas Day (observed by Christian communities) Christmas Day (observed by Christian communities)
March 8: Samira, Alia International Women’s Day International Women’s Day

Sweden

March 21: Nowruz Persian New Year and spring celebration Persian New Year and spring celebration
November 16: National Unity Commemorates peace and reconciliation accord Commemorates peace and reconciliation accord
September 9: Independence Independence from the Soviet Union (1991) Independence from the Soviet Union (1991)

Switzerland

December 25: Emmanuel, Maria Christmas Day (observed by Christian communities) Christmas Day (observed by Christian communities)
February 28: Jing, Mei Peace Memorial Day; commemorates 1947 uprising Peace Memorial Day; commemorates 1947 uprising
January 1: Kai, Xin New Year’s Day (popular modern names often celebrated) New Year’s Day (popular modern names often celebrated)
March 8: Mei, Lian International Women’s Day International Women’s Day
October 10: Sun, Yat-sen Double Ten Day; celebrates founding of Republic of China Double Ten Day; celebrates founding of Republic of China

Syria

April 26: Union Union Day (Tanganyika & Zanzibar) Union Day (Tanganyika & Zanzibar)
December 25: Emmanuel, Maria Christmas Day Christmas Day
December 9: Nyerere, Uhuru Independence Day Independence Day
January 12: Nyerere, Julius Zanzibar Revolution Day; pre-union history Zanzibar Revolution Day; pre-union history
July 7: Saba Saba Saba Day; political/economic independence Saba Saba Day; political/economic independence
May 1: Kazimoto, Wema Labour Day Labour Day
October 14: Nyerere Death anniversary of Julius Nyerere Death anniversary of Julius Nyerere

Taiwan

April 6: Chakri Chakri Memorial Day Chakri Memorial Day
August 12: Sirikit Queen Sirikit’s Birthday (Mother’s Day) Queen Sirikit’s Birthday (Mother’s Day)
December 10: Constitution Constitution Day Constitution Day
December 25: Emmanuel, Maria Christmas Day Christmas Day
December 5: Bhumibol, Rama Former King’s Birthday (Father’s Day) Former King’s Birthday (Father’s Day)
January 1: Chai, Ananda New Year’s Day New Year’s Day
May 5: Coronation Coronation Day Coronation Day
October 13: Bhumibol King Bhumibol Memorial Day King Bhumibol Memorial Day

Tajikistan

December 25: Natal Christmas Day; nationally observed Christmas Day; nationally observed
March 8: Women International Women’s Day International Women’s Day
May 20: Restoration Restoration of Independence from Indonesia (2002) Restoration of Independence from Indonesia (2002)
November 12: Santa Cruz Memorial Day; Santa Cruz massacre of 1991 Memorial Day; Santa Cruz massacre of 1991

Tanzania

April 27: Independence Independence Day Independence Day
December 25: Emmanuel, Mariam Christmas Day Christmas Day
January 13: Eyadema Birthday of former President Gnassingbé Eyadéma Birthday of former President Gnassingbé Eyadéma
June 21: Music Fête de la Musique (Francophone countries) Fête de la Musique (Francophone countries)
September 23: Cultural Cultural Day honoring local ethnic traditions Cultural Day honoring local ethnic traditions

Thailand

August 1: Commonwealth Emancipation holiday Emancipation holiday
December 25: Emmanuel, Maria Christmas Day Christmas Day
December 4: Tupou Coronation of Tupou VI Coronation of Tupou VI
July 4: Constitution Constitution Day Constitution Day
June 4: George Birthday of King George Tupou V Birthday of King George Tupou V
March 4: Taufa'ahau Emancipation Day Emancipation Day

Timor-Leste

August 31: Independence Marks independence from the United Kingdom (1962) Marks independence from the United Kingdom (1962)
March 30: Spiritual Spiritual Baptist Liberation Day, honors lifting of 1917 ban Spiritual Baptist Liberation Day, honors lifting of 1917 ban
October 25: Divali Hindu festival of lights celebrated nationally Hindu festival of lights celebrated nationally
September 24: Republic Republic Day, celebrating establishment of a republic (1976) Republic Day, celebrating establishment of a republic (1976)

Togo

April 9: Martyrs Martyrs’ Day Martyrs’ Day
August 13: Amina, Latifa Women’s Day Women’s Day
December 25: Emmanuel, Mariam Christmas Day Christmas Day
July 25: Republic Republic Day Republic Day
March 20: Habib, Bourguiba Independence Day; commemorates Habib Bourguiba Independence Day; commemorates Habib Bourguiba
November 7: Ben Ali Former Change of Power Day Former Change of Power Day

Tonga

April 23: Children, Mustafa National Sovereignty and Children's Day National Sovereignty and Children's Day
August 30: Victory, Mustafa Victory Day Victory Day
December 25: Emmanuel, Maria Christmas Day (minority observance) Christmas Day (minority observance)
May 19: Youth, Atatürk Commemoration of Atatürk and Youth Day Commemoration of Atatürk and Youth Day
October 29: Kemal, Cumhuriyet Republic Day Republic Day

Trinidad and Tobago

June 29: Magtymguly Honors poet and cultural figure Magtymguly Pyragy Honors poet and cultural figure Magtymguly Pyragy
May 18: Constitution Constitution and National Flag Day Constitution and National Flag Day
October 27: Independence Marks independence from the Soviet Union (1991) Marks independence from the Soviet Union (1991)

Tunisia

August 7: Youth National Youth Day National Youth Day
December 25: Christmas Celebrated as a national holiday Celebrated as a national holiday
October 1: Independence Marks independence from the United Kingdom (1978) Marks independence from the United Kingdom (1978)

Turkey

December 25: Emmanuel, Maria Christmas Day Christmas Day
January 26: Liberation NRM Liberation Day NRM Liberation Day
June 3: Martyrs Uganda Martyrs Day Uganda Martyrs Day
March 8: Achola, Grace International Women’s Day International Women’s Day
October 9: Obote, Milton Independence Day Independence Day

Turkmenistan

August 24: Independence Marks independence from the Soviet Union (1991) Marks independence from the Soviet Union (1991)
January 22: Unity Unification Day of eastern and western Ukraine (1919) Unification Day of eastern and western Ukraine (1919)
July 28: Volodymyr Day of Baptism of Kyivan Rus, honors Prince Volodymyr Day of Baptism of Kyivan Rus, honors Prince Volodymyr
November 21: Dignity Day of Dignity and Freedom, honors Euromaidan and Orange Revolution Day of Dignity and Freedom, honors Euromaidan and Orange Revolution

Tuvalu

December 2: Zayed UAE National Day; commemorates Sheikh Zayed UAE National Day; commemorates Sheikh Zayed
December 25: Emmanuel, Mary Christmas Day (among Christian communities) Christmas Day (among Christian communities)
March 8: Amina, Fatima International Women’s Day International Women’s Day

Uganda

December 25: Emmanuel, Mary Christmas Day Christmas Day
January 1: James, Elizabeth New Year’s Day New Year’s Day
June 00: Charles, George King’s Official Birthday King’s Official Birthday
November 11: Remembrance Remembrance Day for WW heroes Remembrance Day for WW heroes

Ukraine

April 22: Earth Earth Day (focuses on environmental awareness and action) Earth Day (focuses on environmental awareness and action)
August 4: Coast Guard Coast Guard Day (marks the founding of the U.S. Coast Guard in 1790) Coast Guard Day (marks the founding of the U.S. Coast Guard in 1790)
December 25: Christmas Christmas Day (celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ) Christmas Day (celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ)
December 7: Pearl Harbor Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day (commemorates 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor) Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day (commemorates 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor)
February 12: Abraham Lincoln Lincoln’s Birthday Lincoln’s Birthday
February 14: Valentine Valentine’s Day (celebration of romantic love) Valentine’s Day (celebration of romantic love)
February 2: Groundhog Groundhog Day (folklore tradition about the arrival of spring) Groundhog Day (folklore tradition about the arrival of spring)
February 22: George Washington Washington’s Birthday (actual birth date) Washington’s Birthday (actual birth date)
January 1: Martin Luther King Jr. New Year's Day New Year's Day
January 15: Martin Luther King Jr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday (actual birth date; observed on third Monday) Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday (actual birth date; observed on third Monday)
January 29: Kansas Kansas Day (commemorates Kansas’ admission to the Union in 1861) Kansas Day (commemorates Kansas’ admission to the Union in 1861)
July 4: Independence Independence Day (celebrates the 1776 Declaration of Independence) Independence Day (celebrates the 1776 Declaration of Independence)
June 13: Anthony St. Anthony of Padua St. Anthony of Padua
June 14: Flag Flag Day (commemorates the adoption of the U.S. flag in 1777) Flag Day (commemorates the adoption of the U.S. flag in 1777)
March 17: St. Patrick St. Patrick’s Day (honors Irish heritage and the saint) St. Patrick’s Day (honors Irish heritage and the saint)
March 19: Joseph Feast of St. Joseph Feast of St. Joseph
March 2: Texas Texas Independence Day (marks declaration of independence from Mexico in 1836) Texas Independence Day (marks declaration of independence from Mexico in 1836)
May 1: Law Law Day (celebrates the role of law in American society) Law Day (celebrates the role of law in American society)
November 10: Marine Corps Marine Corps Birthday (founded in 1775) Marine Corps Birthday (founded in 1775)
November 11: Veterans Veterans Day (honors military veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces) Veterans Day (honors military veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces)
October 31: Halloween Halloween (celebration with costumes and traditions) Halloween (celebration with costumes and traditions)
October 4: Francis St. Francis of Assisi St. Francis of Assisi
October 9: Leif Erikson Leif Erikson Day (honors the Norse explorer) Leif Erikson Day (honors the Norse explorer)
September 11: Patriot Patriot Day (remembers those lost in the September 11, 2001 attacks) Patriot Day (remembers those lost in the September 11, 2001 attacks)
September 17: Constitution Constitution Day (commemorates the signing of the U.S. Constitution in 1787) Constitution Day (commemorates the signing of the U.S. Constitution in 1787)

United Arab Emirates

December 25: Emmanuel, María Christmas Day Christmas Day
March 8: María, Juana International Women’s Day International Women’s Day
May 25: Artigas Independence Day; honors José Artigas Independence Day; honors José Artigas

United Kingdom

December 25: Emmanuel, Mariam Christmas Day Christmas Day
December 8: Constitution Constitution Day Constitution Day
July 30: Friendship International Friendship Day International Friendship Day
May 9: Victory Victory Day Victory Day
September 1: Mustaqillik Independence Day Independence Day

United States

December 25: Emmanuel, Maria Christmas Day Christmas Day
July 30: Independence Independence Day Independence Day
March 8: Leimara, Elvina International Women’s Day International Women’s Day
November 1: Toussaint All Saints’ Day (Christian minority) All Saints’ Day (Christian minority)

Uruguay

April 19: Independence Independence from Spain Independence from Spain
December 25: Emmanuel, Maria Christmas Day Christmas Day
July 5: Bolívar Founding Day; associated with Simón Bolívar Founding Day; associated with Simón Bolívar
March 8: Juana, Maria International Women’s Day International Women’s Day

Uzbekistan

December 25: Emmanuel, Maria Christmas Day (Christian minority) Christmas Day (Christian minority)
March 8: Lan, Mai International Women’s Day International Women’s Day
May 1: Công, Nhân Labour Day Labour Day
September 2: Hồ, Chi National Day; celebrates President Hồ Chí Minh National Day; celebrates President Hồ Chí Minh

Vatican City

December 25: Emmanuel, Mary Christmas Day Christmas Day
June 29: Peter, Paul Feast of Saints Peter and Paul Feast of Saints Peter and Paul
May 18: Pope, John Paul Pope John Paul II Day (unofficial Catholic observance) Pope John Paul II Day (unofficial Catholic observance)

Venezuela

December 25: Emmanuel, Maria Christmas Day Christmas Day
March 8: Loveness, Mwansa International Women’s Day International Women’s Day
May 25: Tlohelang, Leseli Africa Day Africa Day
October 24: Independence Independence Day Independence Day

Vietnam

April 18: Mugabe, Joshua Independence Day Independence Day
December 25: Emmanuel, Maria Christmas Day Christmas Day
July 25: Heroes Heroes Day Heroes Day
March 8: Chipo, Ruvimbo International Women’s Day International Women’s Day