Traditional Maltese names might not be as common as they used to be back in the day, but you're bound to know at least a couple of people with an old school moniker! But have you ever wondered where the names come from? Well, we're here to help you out. Here's Guide Me Malta's tricky list of Maltese names. Maybe you know a "Wiġi l-furnar" or a "Bertu il-bennej", but can you guess what they translate to? They might just surprise you! 

1. Twanny 

2. Indri 

3. Bertu

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4. Wistin

5. Xmun

6. Dwardu

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7. Ninu

8. Wiġi 

9. Leli 

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10. Ċensu

11. Wenzu 

Any ideas? Have a think and write them down before continuing...

Here are their English variations:

1. Antoine

2. Andrew

3. Albert

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4. Austin

5. Simon 

6. Edward

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7. Anthony 

8. Lewis 

9. Emmanuel 

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10. Vincent

11. Lawrence

How many did you get right? Let us know in the comments below!