SMOLAREK
Smolarek
Smolarek is a surname of Polish origin that is also found in the United Kingdom. The surname is derived from the word "smol" which means resin or pitch, and is often associated with individuals who worked with pitch, tar, or resin in medieval times. The addition of the suffix "-ek" is a common characteristic in Polish surnames denoting someone's relation to a place or occupation.
The Smolarek surname is not as common in the United Kingdom as it is in Poland, where it has roots dating back centuries. However, with migration trends and intermarriages, the name has found its way into British families.
Notable individuals bearing the Smolarek surname include footballer Euzebiusz Smolarek, who has represented Poland internationally. The name has become synonymous with success and achievement in the sporting world.
Overall, the Smolarek surname holds historical and cultural significance, reflecting the heritage and ancestry of those who bear it.
There are approximately 80 people named Smolarek in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Smolarek.
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