Marzanna
Mistress of the Dead, Goddess of Winter
Pronunciation: MAR-zah-nah (/mɑːrˈzɑːnə/)
What does Marzanna mean?
In Slavic mythology, Marzanna is the goddess of death and winter. She is believed to die and be reborn every year during the spring equinox.
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Numerology & personality
You are a truth seeker with a strong intuition and a deep sense of understanding.
Spiritual & cultural context
Symbolizes transformation and rebirth
Marzanna is deeply rooted in Slavic mythology and is often depicted as a beautiful woman with long hair riding a cart or being pulled by a horse. She carries with her a scythe or an oak tree branch symbolizing the end of one cycle and the beginning of another. In present-day Poland, Marzanna is celebrated during the Wianki festival, where people believe they can make wishes as they jump over bonfires, thought to represent Marzanna's funeral pyre.
Popularity of Marzanna by region
| Region | Country | Score | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brazil | BR | 55 | 2024 |
| United Kingdom | UK | 41 | 2024 |
| France | FR | 53 | 2024 |