Ava Kowalski

By Ava Kowalski
Global Naming Traditions Specialist

Updated on September 07, 2024

Nastaliya

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Origin: Bulgarian

Meaning: Birthday; Christmas Day

If you're expecting a precious addition to your family this Christmas, why not consider the girl's name, Nastaliya? This name derives from the Old French Noel, which in turn comes from the Latin nātālis, meaning "birthday" and "Christmas." In Catholic communities, it is often a reference to the birth of Jesus. Nastaliya is a lovely union of Natasha and Nayalya or Nataliya and has Ukrainian, Bulgarian, and Russian roots. Perfect for children born during the festive season, Nastaliya promises to keep the holiday spirit alive all year long.