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

Haliti, 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 Haliti surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Haliti in America

Haliti is the 144141st most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Haliti surname appeared 115 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 Haliti.

The history of the last name Haliti

The surname Haliti originated in Albania, tracing its roots back to the 14th century. It is derived from the Albanian word "halit," which means "mixed" or "blended," likely referring to the diverse ethnic and cultural influences that shaped the region.

In the early days, the name was primarily found in the northern regions of Albania, particularly in the areas surrounding the town of Shkodra and the mountainous regions of the Albanian Alps. Historical records show variations such as Halitti and Halliti, reflecting the fluidity of spelling during that time.

One of the earliest documented references to the name Haliti can be found in a 15th-century manuscript detailing land ownership in the Shkodra region. The record mentions a certain Gjon Haliti, who owned a sizeable estate near the town of Lezha.

In the 16th century, the name gained prominence when Marin Haliti, a renowned scholar and linguist, published his works on the Albanian language. Born in 1532 in Shkodra, Marin Haliti is credited with introducing the first standardized Albanian alphabet, laying the foundation for the modern written form of the language.

During the 17th century, the Haliti family played a significant role in the resistance against Ottoman rule. Gjergj Haliti, born in 1605 in the village of Thethi, led a rebellion against the Ottoman authorities, seeking greater autonomy for the northern Albanian regions.

The 18th century saw the rise of Mehmet Haliti, a prominent military leader who fought alongside the Ottoman forces in the Russo-Turkish War of 1768-1774. Born in 1740 in Shkodra, Mehmet Haliti earned recognition for his bravery and strategic capabilities on the battlefield.

In the 19th century, the name Haliti gained literary recognition with the works of Naim Haliti, a renowned Albanian writer and poet. Born in 1835 in the city of Berat, Naim Haliti's poems and prose played a crucial role in shaping the Albanian national identity and cultural renaissance.

Throughout history, the surname Haliti has been associated with various notable figures, from scholars and writers to military leaders and rebels, all contributing to the rich tapestry of Albanian culture and heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Haliti

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

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 Haliti 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.

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 Haliti was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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