STEC
Stec
Stec is a surname of Polish origin that is commonly found in the United Kingdom. The surname Stec is derived from the Polish word "stec," meaning "barren" or "dry." It is a toponymic name, often associated with places that are arid or have dry soil.
The Stec family name is relatively rare in the UK, with most bearers of the surname residing in areas with a significant Polish community, such as London, Manchester, and Glasgow. The surname may have been brought to the UK by Polish immigrants who settled in the country during the 20th century.
Individuals with the surname Stec have made contributions to various fields, including academia, the arts, and business. Like many surnames, the name Stec carries with it a sense of heritage and identity, connecting individuals to their Polish roots.
Overall, the surname Stec represents a small but notable part of the diverse tapestry of surnames present in the United Kingdom, reflecting the country's history of immigration and cultural exchange.
There are approximately 228 people named Stec in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Stec.
Region of origin: Europe
Country of origin: Poland
Language of origin: Polish
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Andrzej
- Christopher
- Dariusz
- Davide
- Krzysztof
- Leszek
- Lukasz
- Paul
- Pawel
- Piotr
- Rafal
- Szymon
- Tomasz
- Zigmond
Female
- Agnieszka
- Anna
- Elizabeth
- Ewa
- Karolina
- Katarzyna
- Kinga
- Lara
- Lisa
- Magdalena
- Malgorzata
- Mariola
- Monika
- Sylwia
- Wladzia
Similar and related surnames
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