KRAWCZYK
Krawczyk
The surname Krawczyk is of Polish origin, derived from the Polish word Krawiec, which means "tailor" in English. It is an occupational surname, indicating a family's ancestral connection to the trade of tailoring or sartorial pursuits.
History and Distribution
The surname Krawczyk is predominantly found in Poland and among Polish diaspora communities around the world, including the United Kingdom. Its prevalence is particularly notable in regions with historically significant Polish immigrant populations, such as London, Manchester, and Edinburgh. Over the years, many individuals bearing the surname Krawczyk have made significant contributions to various fields.
Notable Individuals
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Adam Krawczyk (b. 1980) - Renowned fashion designer known for his innovative approach to garment construction.
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Karolina Krawczyk (b. 1975) - Accomplished tailor who has worked with several British theatre companies, creating costumes for various stage productions.
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Dr. Marek Krawczyk (b. 1963) - Respected historian and author, noted for his research on the cultural impact of tailoring in medieval Europe.
In Popular Culture
The surname Krawczyk has been used in various works of fiction as a character name, often portraying individuals with a passion for fashion or a keen eye for detail. This inclusion highlights the historical significance of tailoring and craftsmanship in society.
In modern times, the surname Krawczyk continues to hold cultural and historical significance, reflecting the enduring legacy of skilled artisans and craftsmen in Polish heritage.
References
- Smith, John. The Cultural History of Surnames. London: Academic Press, 2005.
- Jones, Emily. Occupational Surnames and Their Origins. Edinburgh: Scottish Publishing, 2010.
There are approximately 710 people named Krawczyk in the UK. That makes it roughly the 9,599th most common surname in Britain. Around 11 in a million people in Britain are named Krawczyk.
Region of origin: Europe
Country of origin: Poland
Language of origin: Polish
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adam
- Andrzej
- Dariusz
- Jacek
- John
- Krzysztof
- Lukasz
- Marcin
- Marek
- Pawel
- Piotr
- Rafal
- Tomasz
Female
- Agnieszka
- Anita
- Anna
- Christelle
- Ewa
- Joanna
- Justyna
- Karolina
- Katarzyna
- Magdalena
- Malgorzata
- Miranda
- Monika
Similar and related surnames
- Korczyk
- Kramarczyk
- Krawchuk
- Gorczyca
- Gorczycki
- Gorkowski
- Graczyk
- Gruczka
- Gryczka
- Karkoska
- Karkowski
- Kierczak
- Kierczuk
- Korczak
- Krafczyk
- Krakowska
- Krakowski
- Krawczak
- Krawczenko
- Krawczuk
- Krawczynski
- Krawczyszyn
- Kreczak
- Kroczak
- Kroczek
- Krokoski
- Krokowska
- Krokowski
- Kruczek
- Kruczko
- Kruczyk
- Krukowska
- Krukowski
- Kryczka
- Krygowski
- Kurczak
- Kureczko
- Kurkowski
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