National Blessing Day is observed on May 1 to honour and recognise everyone who shares the name Blessing. Although the name is uncommon, its meaning is profound: “divine gift” or “God’s favour and protection.” The name Blessing is used as both a surname and a given name for both men and women. Donald Blessing, Karl Blessing, Blessing Chinedu, and Blessing Chebundo are among the notable individuals with the surname and given name Blessing.
The background of National Blessing Day
National Day of Blessing is observed on May 1. May was selected because it is the month in which the United States celebrates National Day of Prayer, and because a blessing is sometimes associated with prayer. It is said that the name Blessing is of British origin and means ‘consecration.’ In addition, the name signifies “divine gift.” Barack, Aksha, and Beneficio are among the numerous names derived from other languages that signify “blessing” Barack, as in Barack Obama, translates to “a blessing” in Swahili.
The definition of blessing is “God’s favour and protection.” According to religion, a blessing is the imparting of sanctity, spiritual redemption, or divine will. And it is believed that God is the source of all good fortune. When one conveys a blessing, it is similar to wishing someone the favour of God and that they recognise God as the source of all blessings. Those who were given the name Blessing are expected to be God-favorable individuals who also serve as a blessing to those around them.
According to the 2018 U.S. census, 264 females were named Blessing. In 2019, 322 females were given the name, making it the most popular option. One of the notable women with the name benediction is Joyce benediction, also known as Joyce Akosua Twene, an African gospel singer who began singing in the church at age 14. She gained fame in 2013 under the stage moniker Joyce Blessing.
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NATIONAL BLESSING DAY ACTIVITIES
Spread the information
Share information about National Blessing Day. All Blessings around the world must be aware that a special day has been set aside for them.
Come together
You may wish to connect with other Blessings if you are one. It would be easier for you to do so with the assistance of the internet.
Spread the good fortune
Your name implies greatness. You may wish to perform some acts of kindness in honour of National Blessing Day. Everyone needs favours.
5 NOTABLE PEOPLE NAMED BLESSING
He represented the United States in the 1928 Summer Olympics as a coxswain.
He is a well-known independent film and television producer and project manager for the Loveline pilot.
Okagbare-Otegheri is a former Nigerian track and field athlete who specialised in the Long jump and sprints and holds the record for the quickest time in the Women’s 100 metres at the Commonwealth Games with a time of 10.85 seconds.
Chebundo is a Zimbabwean politician who rose to prominence after defeating Emmerson Mnangagwa in the 2000 parliamentary election to represent the Kwekwe constituency in the Zimbabwean parliament.
The American playwright whose most famous work is “A Walk in the Woods.”
NATIONAL BLESSING DAY DATES
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | May 1 | Monday |
| 2024 | May 1 | Wednesday |
| 2025 | May 1 | Thursday |
| 2026 | May 1 | Friday |
| 2027 | May 1 | Saturday |
