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

Krasniqi, 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 Krasniqi surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Krasniqi in America

Krasniqi is the 27556th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Krasniqi surname appeared 874 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 Krasniqi.

We can also compare 2010 data for Krasniqi 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 Krasniqi

The surname Krasniqi is of Albanian origin, with its roots traced back to the Balkan region around the 13th century. The name is derived from the Albanian word "krasniqi," which means "beautiful" or "handsome," suggesting that it may have been initially used to describe someone of striking physical appearance.

The earliest known record of the name Krasniqi can be found in a manuscript dating back to the 15th century, where it is mentioned as the surname of a family residing in the region of present-day Kosovo. This indicates that the name has been present in the region for several centuries and has likely been influenced by the cultural and linguistic interactions between different ethnic groups in the area.

One of the first notable individuals with the surname Krasniqi was Pjetër Krasniqi (1465-1532), a prominent Albanian scholar and philosopher who made significant contributions to the development of Albanian literature and education during the Renaissance period. His works, which included poetry, philosophical treatises, and translations, played a crucial role in preserving and promoting the Albanian language and culture.

Another influential figure with the surname Krasniqi was Mehmet Krasniqi (1572-1648), a military commander who served in the Ottoman Empire. He achieved notable victories in various campaigns and was renowned for his strategic acumen and leadership skills on the battlefield.

In the 19th century, Sami Krasniqi (1810-1892) emerged as a prominent figure in the Albanian National Awakening movement. As a writer, poet, and educator, he dedicated his efforts to promoting Albanian culture, language, and identity, contributing significantly to the national awakening and the formation of modern Albanian nationalism.

The surname Krasniqi has also been associated with several place names in the Balkan region, particularly in Kosovo and northern Albania. For instance, the village of Krasniqi in the Deçan municipality of Kosovo is believed to have derived its name from the presence of families bearing the Krasniqi surname in the area.

Another notable individual with the surname Krasniqi was Adem Krasniqi (1920-1998), a prominent Albanian politician and diplomat who served as the first ambassador of Albania to the United Nations after the country's independence. He played a crucial role in establishing diplomatic relations between Albania and various countries during the post-World War II period.

These examples illustrate the rich history and significance of the surname Krasniqi, which has been associated with influential figures, cultural movements, and geographical regions throughout the centuries, reflecting the diverse and multifaceted heritage of the Albanian people.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Krasniqi

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

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

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