December 1 is Great Union Day, Romania’s National Day, commemorating the 1918 unification of Transylvania with the rest of the country.
- Ferdinand – Of Germanic origin, meaning “brave traveler.” It honors King Ferdinand I, who played a key role in Romania’s unification and modernization.
- Alba – Refers to Alba Iulia, the city where the Great Union was proclaimed. The name means “white” in Latin and symbolizes purity, unity, and peace.
