GRZEGORZ
Grzegorz
Grzegorz is a surname of Polish origin that is not commonly found in Britain. This surname is derived from the Polish personal name Grzegorz, which is the equivalent of the English name Gregory. The name Gregory has Latin roots, derived from the late Latin name Gregorius, which means 'watchful' or 'alert'.
Whilst the surname Grzegorz is not widely prevalent in the British Isles, it may be found among individuals with Polish heritage who have emigrated to or reside in the United Kingdom. The diverse cultural landscape of Britain has led to an increase in the presence of various surnames from around the world, including Polish names such as Grzegorz.
The pronunciation of the surname Grzegorz can be challenging for English speakers, given its unique phonetics. It is pronounced as "g-zeh-gosh," with emphasis placed on the second syllable.
The meaning and history behind the surname Grzegorz are closely tied to Polish heritage and culture, reflecting the individual's ancestral roots and identity. In a multicultural society like Britain, surnames like Grzegorz add to the rich tapestry of diverse names found in the country.
There are approximately 146 people named Grzegorz in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Grzegorz.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adam
- David
- Gil
- Grzegorz
- Jaroslaw
- John
- Kamil
- Michael
- Paul
- Peter
Female
- Agnieszka
- Ala
- Aleksa
- Anna
- Barbara
- Elsie
- Golda
- Krystyna
- Natasha
- Virginia
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