Arben – Name Meaning
The name Arben is of Albanian origin and is derived from the Latin word “arbor”, meaning tree. It is a masculine given name that has been used in Albania since the Middle Ages. The name Arben is often associated with strength, courage, and wisdom.
History and Origin
The name Arben has its roots in the ancient Albanian language. It was first recorded in the 12th century as an Albanian given name. The name was popularized by the Albanian national hero Gjergj Kastrioti Skanderbeg, who was also known as Iskander Bey or Lord Alexander. He was a military leader who fought against the Ottoman Empire during the 15th century.
The name Arben has also been used in other countries such as Greece, Bulgaria, and Romania. In Greece, it is spelled Arvanitakis and is derived from the Greek word “arvani” which means brave or courageous. In Bulgaria, it is spelled Arbanov and is derived from the Bulgarian word “arban” which means strong or powerful.
Popularity
The name Arben is not very common outside of Albania but it does have some popularity in certain parts of Europe. According to Social Security Administration data, it was ranked at #7,845 for boys born in the United States in 2018. It is more popular in Albania where it ranks at #20 for boys born there in 2018.
Famous People Named Arben
There are several famous people named Arben including:
- Arben Xhaferi – Former Prime Minister of Macedonia (1998-2002)
- Arben Imami – Albanian actor and director
- Arben Bajraktaraj – Albanian actor best known for his role in Taken 2 (2012)
- Arben Duka – Albanian footballer who plays for FK Partizani Tirana
Variations of the Name
The name Arben can be shortened to Ben or Benny. Other variations include:
- Arbën – Albanian spelling of the name
- Arvanitakis – Greek spelling of the name
- Arbanov – Bulgarian spelling of the name
