Costa Rica — Name Day Description

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Costa Rica
Date
November 2
Names
Santos, Esperanza, Luz
Description

November 2 is observed as All Souls’ Day, a time for remembrance and reflection honoring the departed. In Costa Rica, families visit cemeteries, decorate graves with flowers, and offer prayers for peace, symbolizing love and connection that transcend generations.

  • Santos – Means “saints” in Spanish. It represents holiness, virtue, and respect for those who have lived with faith and integrity.
  • Esperanza – Means “hope” in Spanish. The name signifies comfort, renewal, and the belief in eternal life and reunion with loved ones.
  • Luz – Means “light” in Spanish. It symbolizes guidance, purity, and the illumination of the soul, bringing warmth and remembrance to this solemn day.