May 8 is remembered in Algeria for the Sétif and Guelma massacres of 1945, a pivotal event in the struggle for independence. Names linked to cultural and historical identity hold strong significance on this date.
- Khelifa – An Arabic name meaning successor or caliph. It reflects leadership and continuity within Islamic tradition.
- Saïd – An Arabic name meaning happy or fortunate. It is widely used in Algeria and carries a sense of blessing.
- Fatma – A common Algerian form of Fatima, from Arabic, meaning captivating. The name is strongly associated with Fatima Zahra, daughter of the Prophet Muhammad, and is deeply rooted in Algerian culture.
