Arben

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Arben is a Muslim boy name meaning “Albanian; from Arbën”.

MeaningAlbanian; from Arbën
GenderBoy
OriginAlbanian
PronunciationAR-ben
Muslim name?Used by Muslims

Meaning and origin of Arben

Arben comes from Arbën or Arbër, the old name for the Albanians and their land in medieval times, also preserved in the name of the Arbëreshë of Italy. It expresses Albanian identity and pride. It became widespread in the 20th century as a patriotic, non-religious name.

Is Arben a Muslim name?

Arben is a national Albanian name, not an Islamic one, but it is very common among Muslim Albanian families.

Where is the name Arben used?

Very common in Albania, Kosovo and North Macedonia.

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Spellings and variants of Arben

ArbërArber

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Arben mean?

Arben means 'Albanian; from Arbën'. It comes from Albanian.

Is Arben a Muslim name?

Arben is a national Albanian name, not an Islamic one, but it is very common among Muslim Albanian families.

How do you pronounce Arben?

Arben is pronounced AR-ben.

Updated October 2026 · Researched by the Modern Muslim Names team. Spotted a mistake? Let us know.