Nimiäpäivät
Nimiäpäivät, often translated as name days, are a tradition celebrated in several European countries, primarily in Scandinavia and the Baltic states. It is a day designated to honor individuals who share a particular given name. Unlike birthdays, which commemorate the day of birth, name days are linked to the saint's day or a specific historical figure associated with that name in a traditional calendar.
The practice originates from the early Christian church, where each day of the year was dedicated to
Celebrations can range from simple acknowledgments to more elaborate parties, often involving cards, flowers, and small