Albanesi is an Italian surname meaning "Albanian", in reference to the Arbëreshë people (Italo-Albanians) of southern Italy. Among people who have the surname it is common in southern Italy and rare elsewhere in the country. Notable people with the surname include: Angelo Albanesi (late 18th century), Italian engraver Carlo Albanesi (1858–1926), Italian composer, pianist, teacher, and examiner Meggie Albanesi (1899–1923), British stage and film actress, daughter of Carlo See also Albanese Names of the Albanians and Albania References Italian-language surnames