Marcinkowska

Marcinkowska is a Polish-origin surname that is borne by individuals of both Polish and British descent. It is a feminine form of the surname Marcinkowski, which is derived from the given name Marcin. The suffix "-ski" typically denotes a place of origin or association.

Origin and Meaning
The surname Marcinkowska originates from Poland, where it is commonly found. It is a patronymic name, meaning "daughter of Marcin", with "Marcin" being the equivalent of the English name "Martin".

Distribution
While the surname Marcinkowska is more prevalent in Poland, owing to its Polish roots, there are individuals with this surname in the United Kingdom and other parts of the world. Migration patterns and historical ties between Poland and the United Kingdom may account for its presence in British society.

Notable Individuals
As family names often carry forward through generations, there may be individuals with the surname Marcinkowska who have made notable contributions or achieved distinction in various fields. Further research into specific individuals carrying this surname would be needed to identify prominent figures.

As with many surnames, Marcinkowska provides a glimpse into the heritage and ancestry of those who bear it, offering connections to Polish culture and history.

There are approximately 54 people named Marcinkowska in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Marcinkowska.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Alexander
  • Marcin
  • Piotr
  • Sebastian

Female

  • Agnieszka
  • Anna
  • Dorota
  • Izabela
  • Joanna
  • Justyna
  • Magdalena
  • Malgorzata
  • Monika
  • Urszula

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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