Our Albanian name database contains 1.202 Albanian surnames and 4.058 Albanian first names categorized by gender and frequency. After payment you can download the Albanian name database in CSV, SQL or JSON format. The Albanian names are validated using official governmental databases we received in other countries which contained Albanian names as well. To create the Albanian name database we used 13.489 validated Albanian social media profiles. We have a detailed explanation of our methodology and illustrate our approach with several examples.
Popular Albanian surnames
This table show popular Albanian surnames. In Albania, surnames are passed down from the father to the children. The family name is typically the father's first name followed by the suffix "-i" for males and "-a" for females. For example, a son of a man named "Besnik" would have the surname "Besniku," and a daughter of the same man would have the surname "Besnika." In some cases, a person may also take on their mother's surname if it is more well-known or prestigious.
Surname | Percentage*1 | Alternative countries*2 |
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Hoxha | 1.6% | |
Shehu | 0.8% | |
çela | 0.6% | |
Lleshi | 0.4% | |
Dervishi | 0.4% | |
Gjoka | 0.4% | |
Kurti | 0.4% | |
Albania | 0.4% | |
Kola | 0.4% | |
Gjoni | 0.4% |
- *1 The Frequency and Percentage are based on 13.489 Albanian social media profiles.
- *2 Alternative countries are countries where this surname also is used. They are sorted on popularity.
Albanian first names
In Albania, parents typically choose a first name for their child based on a combination of religious, family tradition, and cultural influences. Many parents will choose a name that has significant meaning in the Orthodox or Muslim religion, such as a name associated with a saint or prophet. Family tradition also plays a role in naming choices, as many parents will choose a name that has been passed down through generations of their family. Cultural influences also come into play, as parents may choose a name that is popular in Albania or has a specific meaning in the Albanian language. Overall, the process of choosing a first name in Albania is a reflection of the country's rich cultural and religious heritage.
Popular Albanian male names
First name | Percentage*1 | Alternative countries*2 | |
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Andi | 1.1% | ||
Ilir | 1.0% | ||
Elton | 0.9% | ||
Ardit | 0.9% | ||
Ervin | 0.9% | ||
Ermal | 0.8% | ||
Altin | 0.8% | ||
Denis | 0.7% | ||
Arber | 0.7% | ||
Arben | 0.7% |
- *1 The Frequency and Percentage are based on 13.489 Albanian social media profiles from which 8.272 (61%) is male.
- *2 Alternative countries are countries where this first name also is used. They are sorted on popularity.
Popular Albanian female names
First name | Percentage*1 | Alternative countries*2 | |
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Ina | 1.2% | ||
Sara | 1.0% | ||
Anisa | 0.9% | ||
Megi | 0.9% | ||
Ana | 0.8% | ||
Eni | 0.8% | ||
Kristi | 0.8% | ||
Anxhela | 0.8% | ||
Eri | 0.7% | ||
Enea | 0.7% |
- *1 The Frequency and Percentage are based on 13.489 Albanian social media profiles from which 5.217 (39%) is female.
- *2 Alternative countries are countries where this first name also is used. They are sorted on popularity.