Marchewka

Marchewka is a British surname with Polish origins. The surname is derived from the Polish word marchew, which means "carrot." It is believed to have originated as an occupational surname for someone involved in the cultivation or sale of carrots.

The Marchewka surname is relatively rare in Britain, often associated with individuals of Polish descent who have settled in the country or whose ancestors emigrated from Poland. The variations of the surname may include Márchewka or Marchéwka, reflecting the diversity of spellings that can occur in transliterations from Polish to English.

Individuals with the surname Marchewka have made contributions to various fields, including art, science, and business. Research into genealogy and family history indicates that the Marchewka name has been present in British records for several decades, with notable individuals bearing the surname across different regions of the country.

In contemporary Britain, the Marchewka surname continues to be passed down through generations, serving as a link to Polish heritage and identity within the multicultural tapestry of the nation.

There are approximately 72 people named Marchewka in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Marchewka.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Adrian
  • Daniel
  • Dariusz
  • Luciano
  • Lukasz
  • Marcin
  • Mariusz
  • Piotr
  • Tomasz
  • Wiktor

Female

  • Agnieszka
  • Anna
  • Dorota
  • Elsa
  • Gabriela
  • Kamila
  • Katarzyna
  • Maria
  • Monika
  • Nina

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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