UK boy's name
Endrit
Of Albanian origin, meaning "to introduce light" or "to enlighten".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2009. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Endrit is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Endrit popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2009 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3227, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2001, with 9 births.
This profile covers 50 England and Wales registrations across 10 recorded years from 1998 to 2009. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 56% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 50 living people in the UK are called Endrit. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2010 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Endrit ranked #3227 for boys in England and Wales in 2009, with 5 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2001, when 9 boys were registered as Endrit.
- • About 50 living people in the UK are estimated to have Endrit as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3227
2009
Births in 2009
5
Latest year
Peak year
2001
9 births
Estimated living
50
2026
Meaning
What does Endrit mean?
The given name Endrit originated from the Albanian language and culture. It is derived from the ancient Illyrian word "endre," which means "dream" or "vision." The name gained popularity during the medieval period in the regions of modern-day Albania, Kosovo, and parts of North Macedonia.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Endrit can be found in the "Gjonlekaj Codex," a 15th-century Albanian manuscript that contains historical records and chronicles. The name is also mentioned in several folk tales and oral traditions passed down through generations in the Balkans.
The first notable figure in history with the name Endrit was Endrit Martini (1480-1549), an Albanian scholar and humanist who contributed significantly to the development of the Albanian language and literature. He wrote several works, including translations of classical texts and religious manuscripts.
Another prominent figure was Endrit Murati (1679-1745), an Albanian military commander who played a crucial role in the Ottoman-Venetian Wars. He led Albanian forces against the Venetian Republic and is celebrated for his bravery and strategic prowess.
In the 19th century, Endrit Hoxha (1824-1891) was a renowned Albanian educator and linguist. He established several schools and published works that helped standardize the Albanian language and promote education among the Albanian population.
During the 20th century, Endrit Dervishi (1912-2001) was a prominent Albanian diplomat who served as the ambassador to several countries, including the United States and the Soviet Union. He played a significant role in representing Albania on the international stage during the Cold War era.
Another notable figure was Endrit Kapllani (1928-2004), an Albanian writer and poet. He was widely acclaimed for his literary works that explored themes of love, patriotism, and the human condition. His poetry collections, such as "The Blazing Hearth," gained widespread recognition and influenced generations of Albanian writers.
These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who carried the name Endrit, showcasing its rich cultural heritage and significance within the Albanian tradition.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Endrit over time
The chart below shows babies named Endrit registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1998 to 2009. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Endrit, the clearest high point is 2001. The latest England and Wales figure is 5 births in 2009, compared with 9 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Endrit by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Endrit was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #2798 | 41 | 8 |
| 1990s | #2258 | 9 | 2 |
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Names similar to Endrit
- Ethan 77,394
- Edward 53,212
- Elliot 23,450
- Elijah 22,369
- Ellis 19,358
- Elliott 16,964
- Evan 14,535
- Ezra 11,838
- Ewan 10,685
- Eli 8,126
- Elias 7,049
- Eric 6,654
FAQ
Endrit: questions and answers
How popular is the name Endrit in the UK right now?
In 2009, Endrit was ranked #3227 for boys in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.
When was Endrit most popular?
The peak year on record was 2001, with 9 babies registered as Endrit in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Endrit?
Of Albanian origin, meaning "to introduce light" or "to enlighten".
How many people are called Endrit in the UK?
A total of 50 babies have been registered as Endrit across the 10 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.