KOSKY
Kosky
Kosky is a British surname with Jewish roots, originating from Eastern Europe. The surname is believed to have derived from the given name "Yehoshua," meaning "God is salvation" in Hebrew. Over time, variations in spelling occurred, including Kossky and Koskie.
The Kosky surname is relatively rare in the United Kingdom, but it has a notable presence in Jewish communities, particularly those with origins in Russia and Poland. Many Jewish families bearing the Kosky surname have migrated to the UK, particularly during periods of persecution and upheaval in Eastern Europe.
Individuals with the surname Kosky have made contributions to various fields, including academia, arts, and sciences. Given the diverse migration patterns of Jewish communities over the centuries, bearers of the Kosky surname can be found in different parts of the world, maintaining ties to their heritage and history.
Today, the Kosky surname serves as a reminder of the rich tapestry of British society, reflecting the migration patterns and cultural exchanges that have shaped the nation's identity over centuries.
There are approximately 162 people named Kosky in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Kosky.
Religion of origin: Jewish
Language of origin: Hebrew
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adam
- Arnold
- Ashton
- Daniel
- David
- Gerald
- Glynn
- Harry
- Howard
- Ian
- Jeremy
- Michael
- Nicholas
- Uri
Female
- Angela
- Betty
- Cecilia
- Danielle
- Joyce
- Leah
- Lisa
- Mary
- Maureen
- Michelle
- Ruth
- Sarah
- Stella
- Teresa
- Trudy