Ramadani

Ramadani is an Albanian surname commonly found among Albanian-speaking communities in the Balkans and in the Albanian diaspora. It is a patronymic surname formed from the given name Ramadan, with the suffix -ani indicating lineage or belonging. In this context, Ramadani essentially means “descendant of Ramadan.” The given name Ramadan derives from the Islamic calendar month and is widely used in Muslim communities.

The surname Ramadani is most prevalent in Albania and Kosovo, with a strong presence in North Macedonia and Montenegro where Albanians reside. As Albanians have migrated, the name has spread to diaspora communities in Western Europe and North America, where it is carried by immigrants and their descendants.

Spelling and pronunciation can vary with language and country, but Ramadani is the standard Albanian form. In some non-Albanian contexts, related forms such as Ramadan may appear due to transliteration or differing naming conventions, though they may be treated as separate surnames in those contexts.

Notable individuals bearing the surname Ramadani have appeared in various fields, including sports, academia, and public life, reflecting the surname’s distribution among Albanian communities.