Once the name day and the person’s birthday were one date. This is due to the fact that the newborn child was named after the Orthodox saint on the day of which he was born. Today, this tradition is not necessary to follow - parents can name the baby by any name they like. This leads to the fact that two holidays and Sergei - name day and birthday. If everything is clear with the last celebration, then in order to congratulate the birthday man on his celebration, you need to turn to the church calendar.
Day of the angel, Sergey’s name day
The boy, the young man, the man, is incredibly lucky! According to the church calendar, Sergei’s birthday is celebrated annually seventeen times. Let's determine what dates are in the new style, as well as who is the patron saint of Sergey in Orthodoxy.
| 01/15 | Martyr Sergius |
| 01/27 | Righteous Sergius of Svirsky |
| 02.04 | Rev. Sergius killed in the monastery of St. Sava |
| 04/25 | Patriarch of Constantinople, St. Sergius |
| 1.0.06 | Rev. Sergius Shukhtomsky |
| 6.06 | Martyr of the stands Sergius |
| 11.07 | Two patrons at once - St. Sergius the Wonderworker of Valaam and St. Sergius the Master |
| 07/18 | Sergius of Radonezh, hegumen and wonderworker of all Russia (gaining relics) |
| 08/25 | Rev. Sergius |
| 09/17 | Holy Martyr Sergius (Druzhinin), Bishop of Narva |
| 09/24 | Rev. Sergius, the miracle worker of Valaam (transfer of relics) |
| 8.10 | Rev. Hegumen Sergius of Radonezh, Wonderworker of All Russia |
| 11.10 | Obedient Sergius of Kiev-Pechersk, resting in the Near Caves |
| 20.10 | Rev. Sergius of Volgograd, Nurom |
| 10/23 | Reverend Martyr Sergius Zografsky |
| 11/29 | Rev. Sergius of Malopinezhsky |
| 12/12 | Holy Martyr Deacon Sergius |
According to the Orthodox calendar, Sergey’s names are most often associated with the miracle worker Sergius of Radonezh. Therefore, the most revered day is October 8 in a new style.
Name Origin: First Option
Now we know when Sergei has name days. Let's go a little deeper into the story. The name comes from the Roman clan Sergius. Translated - "high", "highly esteemed", "noble."
Scientists who have studied its history have come to believe that Sergius is an ancient patrician clan whose roots are in the Trojan past.
Name Origin: Second Option
The next version is more religious. Another series of researchers claims that modern Sergey is a version of the ancient name Sergius. It translates as "God's servant."
Another little-known version - the name comes from the name of the fabric "serge". Apparently, it was given to his son by a tailor who worked with such material. In defense of this version - the form Serezhen, popular in the Old Slavonic language.
Name in Russia
In Russia, the version of Sergius was more known (as we noticed when we considered name days - the day of Sergey). Over time, he transformed into a familiar modern form.
In our country, the peak of the name’s popularity fell on the last century - for sure among your relatives, friends and acquaintances there will be more than one Sergey. Today, interest in him has faded - apparently, due to the prevalence in the recent past.
Astrology
It is interesting to make out, in addition to Sergey’s name day, and interesting astrological characteristics associated with the bearer of this name:
- Zodiac sign - the name suits Aquarius, Capricorn and Cancer.
- The mascot plant is birch.
- Talisman Stone - Pearl.
- The mascot color is silver.
- The mascot is a hare.
- Happy day is Friday.
- The patronizing planet is Venus.
- Happy season is autumn.
About the character of Sergey
After Sergey’s name day, we will analyze the psychological characteristics of the bearer of such a harmonious name:
- Childhood. In his youth, Sergei is most often a weak and painful child who needs parental care. But with age, he becomes strong, strong, often finds himself in sports.
- Character. Sergei can be called a courageous person. He prefers decisive action to emotions, but at the same time does not lose his ability to empathize. He is restrained, keeps an opinion of those around him. In fact, sociable and open person. But it may surprise with its unpredictability. At the same time, he refers to people who do not like to show themselves better than they really are. By nature, Sergei is an optimist who can find a way out of a difficult situation. With all this, he is somewhat touchy.
- Work. In the work of Sergei can be described as a conscientious and obligatory employee. This is not the kind of person who needs to repeat something twice. He always keeps his promises - as a business partner. As a leader, Sergey can rally an excellent team - he will be “a mountain” for his own.
- Hobbies. Most of all, Sergei prefer movies and music. Likes the bearer of the name to take part in amateur performances. Therefore, Sergey - artists, composers, directors.
- Relations with relatives, friends. Sergey takes care of his parents, in the family he is flexible and accommodating. Never by chance will not offend a loved one. However, he tries to cope with his emotional experiences alone, without devoting others to his own problems. He is a great friend, loves fun, does not envy his comrades - he is always ready to sincerely rejoice at their successes.
- Love, family. Sergei likes calm and complaisant women - he chooses a pair to match his character, and not the opposite. Leadership in the family may yield to the wife, but on important issues will not depart from their own point of view. Willingly helps his wife in household affairs. But at the same time, Sergei is jealous, there is a chance that marriage in his life will not be the only one.
Thus, the name day of the name bearers in the Orthodox calendar is most associated with the revered Sergius of Radonezh. However, this is not the only guardian of Sergei. Contact the parents of the birthday person to find out which Saint Sergius is the patron of their son.