SKOCZYLAS
Skoczylas
Skoczylas is a relatively rare surname of Polish origin that can be found among individuals of British descent. The name is derived from the Polish word "skoczyl" which means "to jump" or "to skip". The suffix "-las" is a common component in Polish surnames and is believed to have originated from the Slavic word "lud" meaning "people".
The Skoczylas surname is thought to have been patronymic in nature, indicating that the original bearers may have been descendants of an individual with the given name "Skoczyl". The geographic distribution of the name suggests that it may have originated from various regions of Poland, where it is more commonly found.
Individuals bearing the Skoczylas surname are likely to have ancestral ties to Poland, with the name being passed down through generations. As with many surnames, variations in spelling may exist due to historical factors such as migration, phonetic changes, or individual preferences.
Today, the Skoczylas surname is not as widespread as some other British surnames, but individuals carrying this name have contributed to the diverse tapestry of British society. Whether through ancestry, marriage, or personal choice, those with the Skoczylas surname embody a unique heritage that reflects the cultural exchange and migration patterns that have shaped modern Britain.
There are approximately 119 people named Skoczylas in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around two in a million people in Britain are named Skoczylas.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Artur
- Damian
- Dariusz
- Jacek
- Karol
- Lukasz
- Pawel
- Piotr
- Slawomir
- Stanislaw
Female
- Aleksandra
- Anna
- Beata
- Elzbieta
- Emilia
- Katarzyna
- Magdalena
- Maria
- Marzena
- Sylwia