SOKOLOWSKI
Sokolowski
Sokolowski is a surname of Polish origin that is relatively common in the United Kingdom. The name is derived from the Polish word "Sokół," meaning "falcon," and the suffix "-owski," which indicates a connection to a place or region. Therefore, Sokolowski likely originated as a surname for someone associated with falconry or someone living in a place named after falcons.
The surname Sokolowski likely has its roots in Poland, where it is a common and traditional Polish surname. Over time, individuals bearing the surname Sokolowski may have migrated to the United Kingdom for various reasons such as work, education, or to join family members residing there.
As with many surnames, the spelling and pronunciation of Sokolowski may have evolved over time as individuals migrated to different countries or as descendants Anglicised their surnames for ease of use in English-speaking contexts. Despite these variations, the surname Sokolowski continues to serve as a link to Polish heritage and ancestry for many individuals in the United Kingdom.
Individuals with the surname Sokolowski may have diverse backgrounds and histories, but they are united by a shared connection to their Polish roots. Today, Sokolowski is a part of the rich tapestry of surnames that contribute to the multicultural and diverse society of the United Kingdom.
There are approximately 249 people named Sokolowski in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Sokolowski.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Grzegorz
- Krzysztof
- Lukasz
- Maciej
- Marcin
- Marek
- Pawel
- Piotr
- Rafal
- Robert
- Stefan
- Tomasz
Female
- Claire
- Helena
- Jan
- Jean
- Joanna
- Maria
- Natalka
- Sabrina
- Stephanie
- Wendy
Similar and related surnames
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