ALBU
Albu
Albu, sometimes spelt as "Albhu", is a surname of Romanian origin, derived from the Hebrew word for “white”. Despite its roots, Albu is also found as a British surname, predominantly among individuals with Jewish heritage. The name Albu may have been brought to the United Kingdom by Jewish immigrants from Romania or other Eastern European countries.
Families bearing the surname Albu are often associated with various regions within the UK, with concentrations in urban areas such as London and Manchester. The name may also be linked to individuals in fields such as academia, business, and the arts.
As surnames provide a glimpse into one's heritage and genealogy, the surname Albu serves as a valuable piece of British history, reflecting the diverse cultural tapestry of the nation.
There are approximately 105 people named Albu in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Albu.
Region of origin: Europe
Country of origin: Romania
Language of origin: Romanian
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adrian
- Alexandru
- Alexey
- Aurel
- Daniel
- Florin
- Gabriel
- Ion
- Marius
- Michael
- Thomas
- Toby
Female
- Andreea
- Dana
- Elena
- Gabriel
- Lidia
- Lucy
- Margaret
- Maria
- Marian
- Mariana
- Mihaela
- Oana
- Raluca
- Susanna