GAJEWSKI
Gajewski
Gajewski is a Polish surname that has been adopted by some families of eastern European descent living in the United Kingdom. The name is of toponymic origin and is derived from the Polish word "Gaj", meaning a grove or a small wooded area. The suffix "-ewski" or "-ski" denotes a place of origin, indicating that individuals bearing this surname may have come from a location named Gaj or inhabited an area known for its groves.
The Gajewski surname is not as common as some other Polish surnames, but it has gained recognition among British communities of Polish heritage. Individuals with the surname Gajewski may trace their ancestry to regions in Poland where the name has historical roots.
As with many surnames, variations in spelling and pronunciation may exist depending on regional dialects and historical influences. The surname Gajewski serves as a reminder of the cultural and historical connections between Poland and the United Kingdom.
Further research and genealogical exploration may provide additional insights into the origins and significance of the Gajewski surname within the British landscape.
There are approximately 228 people named Gajewski in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Gajewski.
Region of origin: Europe
Country of origin: Poland
Language of origin: Polish
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adam
- Andrew
- Arthur
- Artur
- Jacek
- Kamil
- Lukasz
- Marcin
- Marek
- Mariusz
- Michal
- Pawel
- Piotr
- Tomasz
Female
- Angela
- Carol
- Catherine
- Elaine
- Elsie
- Jennifer
- Kathryn
- Mandy
- Shelley
- Susan
- Tracy
- Winifred
- Zosia