STANEK
Stanek
Stanek is a Polish surname that originated from the word "stan", meaning "state" or "position" and was likely used to indicate someone's rank or social standing. Over time, the name Stanek spread to other countries, including the United Kingdom, where it has been adopted by families of Polish descent.
The Stanek surname is not commonly found in Britain, but those bearing the name are likely to have ancestral ties to Poland. Individuals with the surname Stanek may be able to trace their family history back to Poland, where the name's origins and meanings are more deeply rooted.
As with many surnames, variations in spelling and pronunciation may exist, depending on regional influences and historical factors. Studying the genealogy and history of the Stanek name can offer insights into the migration patterns and cultural influences that have shaped families carrying this surname.
While the Stanek surname may not be as well-known in British society compared to more common English surnames, its origins and significance provide a link to Polish heritage and the broader diversity of the British population.
There are approximately 95 people named Stanek in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Stanek.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adrian
- Alexander
- Grzegorz
- Krzysztof
- Michal
- Peter
- Robert
- Ryszard
- Slawomir
- Steven
- Tomas
- Tomasz
Female
- Agnieszka
- Alice
- Aneta
- Anna
- Dorota
- Jan
- Katarzyna
- Patrycja
- Petra
- Susan
Similar and related surnames
Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.