Krenar
Of Albanian origin meaning "brave, courageous, chivalrous."
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Krenar. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Krenar today is around 32 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Krenar births was 1993 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Krenar. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Krenar. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
1993
5 babies that year
Average age
32
years old
1993 SSA rank
#9,537
Tracked since 1993
Popularity
Krenar: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Krenar by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Krenar during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Krenar
The given name Krenar is of Albanian origin and can be traced back to the early 20th century. It is derived from the Albanian word "krenare," which means "pride" or "arrogance." This name was likely chosen to instill a sense of confidence and self-worth in the child bearing it.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Krenar can be found in the works of the renowned Albanian writer and activist, Faik Konica, who lived from 1876 to 1942. He is believed to have used the name in one of his literary works, although the exact context is unclear.
In the realm of history, Krenar Alimehmeti, an Albanian politician and diplomat, was born in 1964. He served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Albania from 2005 to 2007 and played a significant role in strengthening Albania's international relations during that period.
Another notable figure bearing the name Krenar is Krenar Camaj, an Albanian footballer who was born in 1989. He played as a midfielder for several Albanian and foreign clubs, including KF Tirana and Ferencvárosi TC in Hungary, and represented the Albanian national team on multiple occasions.
Krenar Korça, an Albanian painter and sculptor, was born in 1971. His works are widely acclaimed and have been exhibited in various galleries and museums across Albania and internationally. He is known for his unique style and his ability to capture the essence of Albanian culture through his art.
Krenar Gashi, born in 1992, is an Albanian-American professional soccer player who currently plays as a forward for D.C. United in Major League Soccer. He has also represented the Albanian national team, making his debut in 2015.
These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who have carried the name Krenar. While the name may not be as widely known as some others, it holds a rich cultural significance and has been borne by notable figures in various fields, from politics and sports to art and literature.
People
Krenar + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Krenar as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with K
Other first names starting with K with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Krenar: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Krenar?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Krenar going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Krenar a common name?
We classify Krenar as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Krenar most popular?
The single biggest year for Krenar was 1993, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Krenar is about 32 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Krenar in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Krenar a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Krenar in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Krenar still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Krenar in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Krenar can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How common is the name Krenar?
See how many people have the name Krenar on HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site built around that single question.