Find out how popular the first name Afrim has been for the last 3 years (from 1977 to 1979) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Afrim by gender

Based on the last 3 years of data, Afrim is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 1979, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Afrim.

The history of the first name Afrim

The name Afrim is of Albanian origin, deriving from the Turkish name Afrim, meaning "praised" or "admired." It is believed to have entered the Albanian language during the time of the Ottoman Empire's rule over the region, which spanned from the 15th to the early 20th century.

The earliest recorded use of the name Afrim dates back to the 16th century, when it was found in historical documents and records from the Albanian regions under Ottoman control. During this period, the name was primarily used by Muslim Albanians who adopted Turkish names and cultural influences.

One of the earliest known historical figures to bear the name Afrim was Afrim Bey, an Albanian nobleman and military commander who lived in the late 16th century. He played a significant role in defending Albanian territories against foreign invaders during the Ottoman-Habsburg wars.

In the 19th century, the name Afrim gained popularity among Albanian nationalists and intellectuals who sought to preserve and promote their cultural identity. One notable figure was Afrim Gjinali (1821-1887), an Albanian linguist and scholar who contributed to the development of the Albanian alphabet and the standardization of the Albanian language.

Another historical figure bearing the name Afrim was Afrim Murati (1895-1968), an Albanian politician and diplomat who served as the Prime Minister of Albania from 1936 to 1939. He played a crucial role in negotiating Albania's independence from Italian occupation during World War II.

In the 20th century, the name Afrim continued to be widely used in Albania and among Albanian communities around the world. One notable bearer of the name was Afrim Haliti (1948-2014), a renowned Albanian writer and poet whose works explored themes of national identity and cultural heritage.

While the name Afrim has its roots in Turkish and Islamic traditions, it has transcended religious boundaries and is now widely used by Albanians of various faiths and backgrounds, reflecting the rich cultural diversity of the Albanian people.

Data source

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