mbiemrin
Mbiemri, the Albanian term for surname or family name, marks the family a person belongs to. In most contexts it is written after the given name and is shared by members of the same kin group. It serves for identification in social, civil, and legal contexts.
Origins: Albanian surnames arise from several sources: patronymics—derived from an ancestor's given name; toponyms—derived from places;
Usage: The standard order is given name followed by the mbiemri. The surname is typically invariant with
Variations and modern practice: In contemporary Albanian-speaking areas and in the diaspora, some families may create
Identity and significance: The mbiemri remains a key element of personal and family identity, indicating lineage,