Why is it called Valentine’s day? Why is Valentine’s Day on Feb 14?

Valentine’s Day has its name from one or two early Christian martyrs named Saint Valentine. February 14 became associated with love in the 14th and 15th centuries when notions of courtly love flourished.

The 8th-century Gelasian Sacramentary recorded the celebration of the Feast of Saint Valentine on February 14.

Valentine’s Day, also called Saint Valentine’s Day or the Feast of Saint Valentine, has been observed for 1,528 years now. Valentine’s Day is traditionally associated with the celebration of romantic love and affection.

Valentine’s Day is often marked by customs like the exchange of cards, gifts, confectionery and flowers between couples or individuals who are romantically interested in each other.

Valentine’s Day can also be celebrated as a day of friendship or appreciation for loved ones in general. The celebration of Valentine’s Day has, however, been banned in Indonesia, Pakistan, and Saudi Arabia due to beliefs the holiday conflicts with Islamic culture.