Name day celebrations for Vladislav and Saint Thecla on September 24

September 24, 2026, marks the name day for individuals named Vladislav, Vladislava, Vlad, Vlada, Vladena, Vladilen, Vladilena, Vladan, Vladi, Vladka, Vladin, Vlado, Vladoslav, and Vladun. The day also honors Saint Thecla.

The religious observance commemorates the apostles Paul and Barnabas, who preached the Gospel in Iconium. The tradition highlights the house of Onesiphorus, where the apostles gathered to preach. Historical accounts note the story of Thecla, a young woman from a noble family who embraced Christianity following the teachings of the apostles, ultimately choosing her faith over her engagement and worldly status.