Banasiak

Banasiak is a surname of Polish origin that is found in the United Kingdom, primarily among British individuals with Polish heritage. The surname is believed to have originated from the personal name "Banas," which is derived from the Polish word "bana" meaning "excommunication" or "curse." The suffix "-iak" is a common suffix used in Polish surnames to create a patronymic or to indicate a specific characteristic.

Individuals bearing the surname Banasiak are often descendants of Polish immigrants who settled in the UK, particularly during periods of political unrest in Poland. Many Polish immigrants arrived in the UK in the 19th and 20th centuries seeking better opportunities and escaping social, political, and economic hardships in their homeland.

Banasiak is a relatively rare surname in the UK, reflecting the smaller population of individuals with Polish heritage compared to other ethnic groups. However, those with the surname have continued to contribute to the cultural diversity and heritage of the British society.

As with many surnames, the meaning and significance of Banasiak have evolved over time, shaping the identity and heritage of those who bear the name. Each individual with the surname Banasiak carries with them a piece of their family's history and a connection to their Polish roots, adding to the rich tapestry of British surnames and identities.

There are approximately 104 people named Banasiak in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Banasiak.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Grzegorz
  • Jacek
  • Lukasz
  • Marcin
  • Marek
  • Michal
  • Pawel
  • Rafal
  • Robert
  • Tomasz

Female

  • Agnieszka
  • Aleksandra
  • Anna
  • Ewa
  • Ewelina
  • Justyna
  • Magdalena
  • Maria
  • Monika
  • Paulina

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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