Jurkiewicz

Jurkiewicz is a surname of Polish origin that is also found among individuals in the United Kingdom. The suffix "-wicz" in Polish surnames typically indicates a patronymic origin, meaning "son of Jurko" or "son of George". The name Jurkiewicz may have been brought to Britain through migration, family connections, or historical ties between Poland and the UK.

Individuals with the surname Jurkiewicz can be found across various regions of the UK. They may have diverse backgrounds and personal histories, reflecting the multicultural nature of British society. Like many surnames, Jurkiewicz carries with it a sense of heritage and ancestry, connecting individuals to their familial roots.

The study of surnames, known as onomastics, can provide insights into genealogy, linguistics, and cultural history. By tracing the distribution and origins of surnames such as Jurkiewicz, researchers can uncover stories of immigration, assimilation, and identity formation in the British Isles.

There are approximately 174 people named Jurkiewicz in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Jurkiewicz.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Marcin
  • Mark
  • Michael
  • Peter
  • Piotr
  • Rafal
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Thomas
  • Tomasz

Female

  • Agnieszka
  • Anna
  • Christine
  • Dorota
  • Emma
  • Jennifer
  • Joanna
  • Katarzyna
  • Monika
  • Teresa

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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