#saint name
- Anastasia — A feminine given name of Christian resonance, highly popular in Romanian and international onomastics, derived directly from Ancient Greek (Anastasía), which in turn stems from the noun 'anástasis', translating to 'resurrection' or 'revival'. The name was historically borne by holy martyrs from the early centuries of Christianity (such as Saint Anastasia the Healer) and numerous royal figures, symbolizing hope, nobility, spiritual rebirth, and triumph over suffering.
- Anastasie — A masculine given name of Christian resonance, encountered in Romanian and Balkan onomastics, derived directly from Ancient Greek (Anastasios), which in turn stems from the noun 'anástasis', translating to 'resurrection' or 'he who has risen'. The name was historically borne by great saints of the Church (such as Saint Anastasios of Sinai) and prominent hierarchs, symbolizing spiritual rebirth, strong faith, and the victory of life over death.
- Antonie — A traditional Romanian masculine given name and surname, derived directly from the Latin gentilic name Antonius. In the local spiritual and historical context, it carries a deep sacred resonance, being associated with major hagiographic figures (Saint Anthony the Great, the founder of monasticism) and Romanian rulers (such as Prince Antonie of Popești), representing a stable canonical form in onomastics.