- Mother's Day has ancient roots and can be traced back to ancient Greek and Roman festivals honoring mother goddesses.u003cbru003e- The modern version of Mother's Day began in the early 20th century, thanks to the efforts of Anna Jarvis.u003cbru003e- Mother's Day is celebrated in over 40 countries around the world, although on different dates.u003cbru003e- Mother's Day is one of the busiest days for the restaurant industry, with many families treating their mothers to a special meal.