Dmytro Name Day Wishes

Dmytro’s (Dmitry’s) name day under the new church calendar of the OCU and UGCC is celebrated on 26 October; under the old style it is 8 November. The day honours the Holy Great Martyr Demetrius of Thessaloniki — a soldier who did not renounce his faith and the patron of defenders. Below are short name day wishes for Dmytro, wishes in your own words, messages for a husband, dad, son, friend or colleague, and poems.

Other men’s name days: Mykhailo’s name day and Peter and Paul name day; Saint Demetrius is honoured as the patron of soldiers — see also Armed Forces Day wishes.

Short name day wishes for Dmytro

• Dmytro, happy name day! Strength, courage and peace — like the holy warrior himself.
• Dima, happy angel day! May your guardian angel always have your back.
• Dmytro, happy name day! Health, luck and loyal friends.
• Happy name day, Dmytro! May every task succeed and home always be warm.

Wishes in your own words

Saint Demetrius was a soldier and defender, so wishing strength, courage and peace fits well. Add a personal detail. For example: “Dima, happy name day! You are always ready to stand up for your people — thank you for being there. May Saint Demetrius protect you, and may your life be full of peace, warmth and people you can rely on.”

For a husband, dad or son

• My love, happy name day! You are my protector and my rock. Take care of yourself.
• Dad, happy name day! Thank you for your strength, wisdom and example. Health and long years.
• Son, happy name day! May Saint Demetrius protect you at every step.

For a friend or colleague

• Dima, happy name day! Energy, health and great company.
• Dmytro, happy name day! Thank you for your reliability and professionalism. New victories ahead.
• Happy angel day, my friend! May every dream become a plan and every plan become reality.

For a defender

• Dmytro, happy name day! May Saint Demetrius, patron of soldiers, protect you in every battle and bring you home safe and sound.
• Happy name day, defender! Thank you for your courage. Peace, strength and a swift victory.

Name day poems for Dmytro

Happy name day, Dmytro dear!
May strength and courage persevere,
May life be bright in every way
And angels guard you every day!

Saint Demetrius, warrior of light,
Keep you safe by day and night,
May your path be straight and true
And all good things come to you!

About the feast

Saint Demetrius of Thessaloniki lived in the Greek city of Thessaloniki and served as a Roman military commander. He was executed for his faith in Christ in the early 4th century. In Ukraine he has long been honoured as the patron of soldiers, and on the Saturday before his feast people remember the departed — Demetrius Memorial Saturday.

A gift for Dmytro

Restrained bouquets, sweets or useful gifts suit men on their name day.

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More options in our flowers for men and sweets sections.

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FAQ

When is Dmytro’s name day?

Under the new church calendar — on 26 October; under the old style — on 8 November.

Who was Saint Demetrius of Thessaloniki?

A 4th-century great martyr and military commander from Thessaloniki who died for his faith. He is honoured as the patron of soldiers.

What is Demetrius Saturday?

A memorial Saturday before Saint Demetrius’ day, when families remember their departed loved ones.

Another warrior saint is George: Yurii name day wishes.

September name days: Mykyta name day wishes (15 September).

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Author: Maria Svitlovir

Graduated from Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv, Institute of Biology and Medicine (2001). BSc in Biology, MSc in Horticulture. Writes about plants, works at a garden centre selecting and repotting plants, and contributes to plant reference guides.