Why is a wedding shower called a 'shower'?
A wedding shower has its name because we shower the bride and groom with gifts. It is a very old tradition. People have always given gifts to the bride and groom. When you are planning a wedding, people enjoy getting together and sharing these happy times with you. It is nice to shower you with gifts, give you things you are going to need for your new life together and help get you established and on your way.