Angola — Name Day Description

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Angola
Date
March 8
Names
Maria, Rosa, Antónia
Description

March 8 is observed as International Women’s Day, widely celebrated in Angola to honor women’s contributions to society and family life.

  • Maria – From the Hebrew Miryam, often interpreted as beloved, wished-for child, or bitter. One of the most common and revered names in Christian tradition, strongly associated with the Virgin Mary.
  • Rosa – From Latin, meaning rose. A popular female name symbolizing beauty, purity, and devotion.
  • Antónia – The Portuguese feminine form of Anthony, from Latin Antonius, possibly meaning priceless or of inestimable worth.