Find out how popular the last name Agolli is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Agolli.

Agolli, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Agolli surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Agolli in America

Agolli is the 64559th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Agolli surname appeared 308 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Agolli.

We can also compare 2010 data for Agolli to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name Agolli

The surname AGOLLI is believed to have originated from Albania, a country located in the Balkan Peninsula of Southeastern Europe. Its roots can be traced back to the medieval period, around the 12th to 14th centuries.

The name AGOLLI is likely derived from the Albanian word "agolli," which translates to "dawn" or "early morning." This suggests that the name may have been initially associated with individuals who were known for their early-rising habits or those who lived in areas where the dawn was particularly significant.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name AGOLLI appears in a historical document from the 14th century, a manuscript detailing the local nobility and landowners of the region now known as northern Albania. This document mentions a certain Gjergj AGOLLI, who was a prominent figure in the area during that time.

In the 16th century, the AGOLLI name gained further recognition when a renowned Albanian scholar and poet, Pjetër AGOLLI (1510-1570), rose to prominence. His works, which celebrated Albanian culture and language, played a significant role in preserving the country's literary heritage during the Ottoman occupation.

Another notable figure bearing the AGOLLI surname was Hasan AGOLLI (1832-1899), a renowned Albanian writer, translator, and educator. He made significant contributions to the development of the Albanian language and literature, and his works were instrumental in the country's cultural and national awakening.

In the 20th century, the AGOLLI name continued to be associated with influential individuals, such as Dritëro AGOLLI (1931-2017), a celebrated Albanian writer and poet. His literary works, spanning various genres, earned him numerous accolades and recognition both within Albania and internationally.

Another prominent figure was Muharrem AGOLLI (1932-2018), a renowned Albanian actor and director. His performances on stage and in films earned him critical acclaim, and he is considered one of the most influential figures in Albanian theatre and cinema.

While the AGOLLI surname has its roots in Albania, it has also spread to other parts of the world due to migration and diaspora communities. However, its origins and historical significance remain deeply rooted in the cultural and literary traditions of Albania.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Agolli

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Agolli.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Agolli was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of Agolli has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Agolli was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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