STANKIEWICZ
Surname: Stankiewicz
Stankiewicz is a surname of Polish origin that has been introduced to Britain through migration and family connections. This surname is of patronymic origin, meaning 'son of Stanislaw'. It is derived from the given name Stanislaw, which is a Slavic name composed of the elements 'stan' meaning 'state' or 'to stand' and 'slav' meaning 'glory'. Stanislaw is a common name in Poland and other Slavic countries, and as a result, Stankiewicz is a relatively common surname in these regions.
With the Polish diaspora and emigration to Britain increasing in the 20th century, the surname Stankiewicz has become more recognisable in British society. Individuals with this surname may have familial ties to Poland or Polish heritage, reflecting the diverse cultural landscape of modern Britain. The pronunciation of 'Stankiewicz' is stahn-KEE-eh-vich.
Social, historical, and genealogical research can illuminate the unique stories and connections associated with the surname Stankiewicz within British communities. Understanding the origins and meanings of surnames enriches our appreciation of the diverse cultural tapestry that contributes to British identity.
There are approximately 298 people named Stankiewicz in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Stankiewicz.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Adam
- Andrzej
- Cezary
- Grzegorz
- Krzysztof
- Lukasz
- Marcin
- Pawel
- Piotr
- Robert
- Tomasz
Female
- Agnieszka
- Anna
- Barbara
- Jan
- Joanna
- Katarzyna
- Magdalena
- Margaret
- Maria
- Susan
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