SZOKA
Szoka
Origin and Meaning
Szoka is a variant of the Polish surname "Sokół," which means "falcon" in English. The surname likely originated as a nickname for someone who displayed characteristics associated with the falcon, such as speed, agility, or keen sight.
Distribution and Popularity
The surname Szoka is relatively rare in the United Kingdom, with most occurrences linked to individuals of Polish descent. It is more commonly found in Poland and other Eastern European countries.
Famous Individuals
- Tomasz Szoka: A prominent Polish politician who served as the Archbishop of Krakow and was later named a cardinal by Pope John Paul II.
- Karol Szoka: An American cardinal of Polish descent who served as the Archbishop of Detroit.
Variants and Derivatives
- Sokół: The original Polish form of the surname.
- Sokolowski: A related surname that means "son of Sokół."
There are approximately 18 people named Szoka in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Fewer than one in a million people in Britain are named Szoka.