Angola — Name Day Description

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Angola
Date
February 4
Names
Paulo, Joana, Miguel
Description

February 4 is remembered in Angola as the start of the armed struggle for independence in 1961, a national day of resistance and remembrance.

  • Paulo – The Portuguese form of Paul, from the Latin Paulus, meaning small or humble. It is associated with Saint Paul the Apostle.
  • Joana – The Portuguese feminine form of John, from the Hebrew Yohanan, meaning God is gracious.
  • Miguel – The Portuguese form of Michael, from the Hebrew Mikha’el, meaning Who is like God?. It is linked to Saint Michael the Archangel.