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Kruk
The surname Kruk is of Polish origin and is not commonly found in the British Isles. It is a toponymic surname, derived from the Polish word "kruk," meaning "raven." Surnames of this type typically indicated that the original bearer lived near a place associated with ravens.
The Kruk surname may have been introduced to the British Isles through immigration or by individuals of Polish descent. It is relatively rare in the UK and is not considered to be a traditional British surname. Individuals bearing the surname Kruk are likely to have familial ties to Poland or other regions where the surname is more prevalent.
As with many surnames, the meaning and origins of Kruk can offer insights into a family's history and geographical roots. Understanding the etymology of a surname can provide valuable clues for genealogists and individuals interested in their family history.
There are approximately 268 people named Kruk in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Kruk.
Region of origin: Europe
Country of origin: Poland
Language of origin: Polish
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrew
- Grzegorz
- Krzysztof
- Marcin
- Mateusz
- Michael
- Pawel
- Piotr
- Rafal
- Sebastian
- Stephen
- Tomasz
Female
- Aneta
- Anna
- Barbara
- Joanna
- Katarzyna
- Magda
- Magdalena
- Marta
- Monika
- Stella