As in many moments of our lives, in this equally special day, it is necessary to follow or adopt some of the traditional customs that pass from generation to generation and remain unchanged in time.
Unfortunately in recent years things have changed and we are leaving aside something from the old to adopt something from the new ones.
According to tradition the choice of name in Greece wont be made by the parents of the couple. In the province even today faithfully adhered to the custom, especially for boys who are considered to be the successors of the family.
In the infant you give the name of a saint to honor him and express gratitude to him, every year with the infant, for the example he gave us with his life. The Saint that becomes the protector of the child protecting him from all danger and through the prayers of the believers during the baptism God gives the child the light to become his faithful follower.
So come to know some of the those that continue to revive even nowadays!