Ndre

Ndre is a masculine given name of Albanian origin. It is the Albanian form of the given name Andrew, which itself comes from the Greek Andreas. The form Ndre has been used in Albania and among Albanian-speaking communities for centuries and is associated with traditional and literary circles as well as religious life.

Etymology and usage: The name Ndre reflects the common practice in Albanian of localizing names from Christian saints and Biblical figures. In Albanian pronunciation, it is rendered as Ndre, with the initial consonant cluster typical of Albanian phonology. Historically, Ndre appeared among clergy, scholars, and poets who were active in the 19th and early 20th centuries, a period marked by cultural revival and nation-building in the region.

Contemporary usage: Today, Ndre remains recognizable in Albania, Kosovo, and among Albanian communities abroad, but it is less widely used than in earlier periods. It tends to be found among older generations or within families that preserve traditional naming patterns.

Notable people with the name: Ndre Mjeda, a 19th-century Albanian Catholic priest, poet, and translator who contributed to Albanian literature and the national awakening. He is the best-documented example of the name’s historical association with Albanian literary and cultural life.