Piekarski

Piekarski is a British surname of Polish origin, derived from the Polish word "piekarz" which means "baker". The name likely originated as an occupational surname for someone who worked as a baker or owned a bakery.

The surname Piekarski is relatively uncommon in Britain, as it is primarily found in regions with significant Polish populations. Many individuals with the surname Piekarski have Polish ancestry and may have migrated to Britain in search of better economic opportunities or as a result of historical events such as World War II.

Individuals bearing the surname Piekarski may have diverse backgrounds and may have made various contributions to British society in fields such as business, academia, arts, and other areas.

Like many surnames, the name Piekarski carries a sense of family history, heritage, and identity for those who bear it. It serves as a reminder of the diverse cultural influences that have shaped Britain's population over the centuries.

There are approximately 144 people named Piekarski in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Piekarski.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Grzegorz
  • Jaroslaw
  • Krzysztof
  • Lukasz
  • Marcin
  • Marek
  • Michal
  • Peter
  • Rafal
  • Tomasz

Female

  • Deborah
  • Hannah
  • Jadwiga
  • Jessica
  • Katarzyna
  • Lindsay
  • Marian
  • Olivia
  • Suzanne
  • Tracey

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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