"dawn, daybreak"
Agim
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An Albanian name glowing with the light of dawn
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Meaning & Origin
"morning light, new beginning"
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Agim is an Albanian masculine name meaning dawn or daybreak. It derives from the Albanian word agim, from a Proto-Albanian root related to morning light. In Albanian culture, dawn symbolizes hope, new beginnings, and national renewal — themes deeply embedded in Albanian history and identity.
Agim is a common and well-loved name in Albania and Kosovo. It gained significance during the communist era (1944-1991) when dawn-themed names symbolized the bright future. Today it remains a standard Albanian name across generations.
Dawn imagery holds special meaning in Albanian national consciousness. The Albanian nationalist movement known as Rilindja (Renaissance) used dawn metaphors extensively, making names like Agim patriotically resonant.
Historical Record
Agim first appeared in US Social Security records in 1976.
Over 27 babies have been named Agim in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Agim is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #21,316 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Agim is one of the most recognizable Albanian names internationally, partly through soccer player Agim Cana
- Albania has one of the oldest continuous naming traditions in Europe, with names often drawn from nature and the sky
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Agim Cana
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Albanian professional footballer and long-time captain of the Albanian national team
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #21,316
- Total SSA Count
- 6
- Cultural Origins
- Albanian Kosovar
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Low
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About the Name Agim
Agim is a boy name with Albanian and Kosovar origins . The name means "dawn, daybreak" in Albanian .
Agim is currently ranked #21,316 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Agim has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Agim include Agi. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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