KALETA
Kaleta
Kaleta is a British surname of Polish origin. The surname is derived from the Polish word kaleta, which means "lame". It is believed that the surname was originally used to describe a person who had difficulty walking or suffered from a physical disability.
The Kaleta surname is relatively rare in British historical records, suggesting that it may not have been one of the more prominent Polish surnames to have been adopted in the UK. However, with increasing globalisation and migration, the surname has likely become more widespread.
Individuals with the surname Kaleta may have ancestors who emigrated from Poland to the UK or may have Polish heritage. As with many surnames, the meaning and origins of Kaleta provide insights into the family's history and perhaps the challenges or characteristics of their ancestors.
In modern times, individuals with the surname Kaleta may be found across various regions of the UK, potentially reflecting the diverse and multicultural nature of British society. As with any surname, the name Kaleta carries with it a unique history and cultural background that can serve as a connection to one's heritage.
There are approximately 138 people named Kaleta in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Kaleta.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Jacek
- John
- Krzysztof
- Lukasz
- Marcin
- Philip
- Piotr
- Robert
- Sebastian
- Wieslaw
Female
- Aleksandra
- Charisse
- Helen
- Justyna
- Katarzyna
- Katrina
- Magdalena
- Monika
- Olga
- Sylwia
Similar and related surnames
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