Enver

Enver is a masculine given name of Turkish origin that is widely used in Turkey and in regions with historical ties to the Ottoman Empire, including Albania, Kosovo, and parts of the Balkans, as well as among Turkish communities abroad. The name is related to the Arabic name Anwar, meaning luminous or bright, and is commonly understood to carry similar connotations in cultures where it is popular.

In usage, Enver is primarily given to males and has been borne by several notable historical figures. Enver Hoxha (1908–1985) was the Albanian communist leader who ruled Albania from 1944 until his death. Enver Paşa (Enver Halil Paşa, 1881–1922) was an Ottoman Turkish military officer and a prominent figure in the Young Turk movement.

The name remains in use in Turkey and among communities with historical ties to Turkish and Balkan regions. Variants and transliterations may appear in different languages, reflecting local phonology and orthography.