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Agron (given Name)
Agron is a given name. It is a popular male Albanian name. History Agron appears as a name in John Rider (bishop), Rider's English-Latin reference dictionary of the 17th century, with the entry reading: "Agron, ita dict. quod in agris natus esset. The name of a King; also a Physician, Physitian." The Latin translates to "so-called he who was born in the countryside". Similar later works, including by Robert Ainsworth (lexicographer), Robert Ainsworth and Thomas Mortimer (writer), Thomas Mortimer, focused more on the physician bearing the name (now known in English as Acron), writing how he was said to have set large fires around Athens and successfully stopped the Plague of Athens. People *Agron of Illyria, King of the Ardiaean Illyrian Kingdom from 250 BC to 230 BC *Agron Abdullahu, a suspect in the 2007 Fort Dix attack plot *Agron Bajrami (born 1964), Kosovo journalist *Agron Haxhihyseni (), Albanian retired weightlifter *Agron Idrizi, bass guitarist for Albanian band Elita 5 *A ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Albanian Name
Albanian names are names used in, or originating in, Albania, Kosovo, North Macedonia and the Albanian diaspora. In Albania a complete name usually consists of a given name ( sq, emri); the given name of the individual's father ( sq, atësia), which is seldom included except in official documents; and a (most commonly patrilineal) family name or surname ( sq, mbiemri). They are invariably given in the Western name order, or given name followed by family name. Albanian given names are traditionally original Albanian-meaning names, or religious names ( Islamic or Christian). During the Communist regime, based on the theory of the Illyrian origin of Albanians, supposedly Illyrian names were constructed as appropriate names instead of religious ones. The government issued a decree ordering people to change their religious names to "pure Albanian names", while newborns had to receive non-religious names. Albanian names have changed dramatically with more opting for foreign, English or ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Agron Bajrami
Agron Bajrami (born 5 December 1967 in Pristina, Kosovo) is the editor of and a writer for ''Koha Ditore'' (English: Daily Time) newspaper, the largest daily newspaper in Kosovo. He filled various journalistic and editing positions at the newspaper since its establishment in 1997, and took over as editor in chief in September 2004 after its former editor and publisher, Veton Surroi, departed for politics. Bajrami is also a member of the board of South East Europe Media Organisation (SEEMO), head of the Kosovo Media Institute, and a regular columnist for Montenegrin daily newspaper Vijesti. Agron Bajrami has a degree in Fine Arts from the University of Pristina. He speaks several languages, including: Albanian, English, Serbian and German German(s) may refer to: * Germany (of or related to) **Germania (historical use) * Germans, citizens of Germany, people of German ancestry, or native speakers of the German language ** For citizens of Germany, see also German nationality law ** ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Agron Sulaj
Agron Sulaj (26 November 1952 – 8 April 1996) was an Albanian footballer and from 1985 until 1987 and for a short time again in 1990 coach of the Albania national team. Managerial career Born in Vlorë, Sulaj's playing career was cut short by injury at 27 and he became the youngest coach of hometown club Flamurtari Vlorë Flamurtari FC is a professional football club based in Vlorë, Albania. The club plays in the Kategoria e Parë, which is the second tier of football in the country. Founded in 1923, the club is one of the oldest in Albania, and it is also one .... - RTSH References [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Agron Shehaj
Agron Shehaj (born December 8, 1977) is an Albanian politician and entrepreneur. He was elected as one of the 140 deputies of the Assembly of the Republic of Albania, following the parliamentary elections of June 25, 2017. Shehaj is a member of the Democratic Party of Albania. Background Agron Shehaj was born in the coastal city of Vlorë, southern Albania. He emigrated to Italy with his family in 1991. There, he completed his high school education in Bolzano and later enrolled to study economics in Florence. In 2005, he decided to return to Albania and quickly climbed the ladder of success in the field of the telemarketing business. He manages the "Sestante Holding" group of companies that operate extensively throughout Europe and North America, while being one of the largest employers in the Albanian market. Shehaj co-founded the "Lumo Skëndo Institute of Historical Studies" along with historian Uran Butka. His Kujto.al digital archive is an initiative of the "Foundation for ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Agron Rufati
Agron Rufati ( mk, Агрон Руфати, born 6 April 1999) is a professional footballer who plays as a centre-back. Born in Croatia, he has represented North Macedonia at youth level. Career Born and raised in Zagreb, Croatia, Rufati started playing football at the local Tekstilac Ravnice Zagreb, before moving on to the more renowned HAŠK Zagreb. At the beginning of 2014, he joined the town's top academy, that of GNK Dinamo Zagreb where he would remain until the end of 2016. Following a successful season with NK Lokomotiva in the U19 youth league, Rufati joined NK Istra 1961 on 14 July 2018. Only 2 weeks after joining Istra he already made his professional debut in the opening round of the 2018–19 Croatian First Football League, having played 90 minutes in the 1-1 draw against Slaven Belupo on 29 July 2018. Honours Zorya Luhansk *Ukrainian Cup runner-up : 2020-21 The hyphen-minus is the most commonly used type of hyphen, widely used in digital documents. It is th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Agron Preteni
Agron Preteni (born 1990 in Split, Croatia, Split) is a Croatian Cruiserweight kickboxer. Biography and career Preteni is the best fighter in junior category in his ''Pit Bull'' gym but also in Croatia. He has won many international titles, in 2006 Agron was 3rd on World Association of Kickboxing Organizations, W.A.K.O. Kickboxing world championship, low-kick rules in Zadar, Croatia, In 2007 World Association of Kickboxing Organizations, W.A.K.O. European kickboxing champion in Portugal, then in 2008 World Association of Kickboxing Organizations, W.A.K.O. world champion on world championship in Naples and in the same year 5th on world championship in boxing held in Mexico City, where according to many people he was better fighter, and undeservedly lost in quarter finals. 18 years old Agron also became world champion in savate held in Novi Sad, Serbia as super heavyweight, knocking out Serbian fighter Ivo Debelić in the finals as he was standing 2.03 m tall and 110 kg heavy. ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Agron Papuli , shorthand for the ''Agronomy Journal''
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Agron may refer to: People * Agron (given name) * Agron (surname) Fictional and legendary characters * Agron (mythology), a figure in Greek mythology * Agron of Lydia, fourth king of Maeonia * Agron, a character on American television show ''Spartacus'' Other uses * Agron (dictionary), Saadia Gaon's reference work * Agrón, a town in southern Spain * Agron House, a landmark in Jerusalem See also * Agron J ''Agronomy Journal'' is a peer-reviewed scientific journal published by American Society of Agronomy. The journal publishes articles related to soil science, crop science, agroclimatology and agronomic modeling, production agriculture, and softwa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Agron Musaraj
Agron Musaraj was the minister of the interior for Albania in the 1992 government of Sali Berisha. He is a member of the Democratic Party.Hunter, Brian. (Ed.) (1995) ''The Statesman's Year-Book 1995-96 ''The Statesman's Yearbook'' is a one-volume reference book published annually since 1864 providing information on the countries of the world. It is published by Palgrave Macmillan. History In the middle of the nineteenth century, the British Pr ...''. 132nd edition. London: Macmillan. p. 66. References Living people Year of birth missing (living people) Democratic Party of Albania politicians Government ministers of Albania Interior ministers of Albania Place of birth missing (living people) 20th-century Albanian politicians {{Albania-politician-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Agron Llakaj
Agron Llakaj (born 24 April 1960) is an Albanian comedian, actor, singer, producer and television host. Early life and education Agron Llakaj was born in the city of Memaliaj in the district of Tepelene, on April 24, 1960. He completed his higher studies at the Tirana Academy of Arts, in the years 1987–1991. Career His artistic beginnings were in the house of culture Memaliaj from 1978 to 1987, as a singer and parodist, later he became known in the genre of imitations, usually imitating news and football commentators as well as many of the well-known names of the screen and humor. Long during this period Agron Llakaj was a special guest at the professional stage of Gjirokastër for 6 months and he was a participant in the television series ''Bashkë me Ju (Together With You)'' in which he became known by the general public throughout Albania. His activities have been intense as a special guest in the programs "12 in Hollywood", "12 dances without a Saturday" and "12 week ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Agron Limani
Agron Limani is a Kosovo-Albanian politician and former commander of the KLA. Early life Agron Limani was born on 15 December 1966 in Krusha e Vogël, when at the time it was part of Yugoslavia. In 1986, he was admitted to the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Pristina and finished it in 1991. From 1993 to 2005, he worked as a professor of physics in the Gymnasium "Gjon Buzuku" in Prizren. From 2005 to 2006, he also worked as an engineer at "M& Sillosi". Kosovo War Following the outbreak of the Kosovo War, Limani was appointed as commander in the 124th Brigade of the KLA. Limani was also a victim of the Krusha massacres, and he would later appear in the Kosovo Specialist Chambers as a witness. Limani also lead the association for missing persons "March 26", who says that it is necessary for the current law to restore the former pension scheme for the families of the missing. Political career Following the war, Limani would become an activist of the left-wing Lëv ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Elita 5
Elita 5 is an Albanian rock band formed in Tetovë in 1988. The group consisted of vocalist Arif Ziberi, guitarist Mevaip Mustafi, drummer Besim Ibraimi, bass player Agron Idrizi and keyboardist Nexhat Mujovi. With a heavy rock sound and Albanian influence, the band is considered a pioneer of Albanian rock and their songs have a very large fanbase in Albania. It is one of the bands that marked and indicated the path of Albanian rock music in the post-communism period. Career The band formed in 1988 in the town of Tetovo, SR Macedonia, although their first recording was published as an album titled ''Elita 5'' in 1990. They have repeatedly refused to play in competitive festivals stating that "the band does not belong in festivals", preferring concerts instead. In a 2001 concert, the band had opened in Tirana, Albania for the German heavy metal band Scorpions, the vocalist Arif Ziberi in an interview noted that this was one of the most exciting moments in his life. In 2008 th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Agron Haxhihyseni
Agron S. Haxhihyseni is a retired Albanian weightlifter. He won third place in the 1987 and 1989 European Weightlifting Championships in the now-defunct flyweight (52 kg) category. In the 1990 He won the title European Master of Sport and in the 2015 Merit of Weightlifting (EWF). He broke over 50 national weightlifting records as an athlete and was a national champion for 10 years from 1975 to 1991. In the 2005 He translated from Russian the boxing book ''How to be a Champion''. In the 2015 He published his book, ''The Albanian History of Weightlifting''. Now he is General Secretary of Albanian Weightlifting Federation.He is a Chief of Sports Recreative Association "Alba 2008Agron Haxhihyseni in Childovski's database See also * List of Albanians * Sport in Albania Sport in Albania revolves mostly around team sports, such as football, basketball, volleyball and handball. Other sports includes boxing, weightlifting, tennis, swimming, judo, karate, athletics, table ten ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
