Szulc

Szulc is a Polish and Jewish surname that has a rich history in Poland and other parts of Eastern Europe. However, it is not a common British surname. The name is derived from the Polish word "szulc", meaning "sexton" or "church warden".

In Poland, individuals with the surname Szulc are likely to have ancestors who held positions of responsibility within the church or community. The name may have originated as an occupational surname to denote individuals who were responsible for the care and upkeep of church properties.

Due to various historical events, including World War II and the Holocaust, many individuals with the Szulc surname migrated to different parts of the world, including the United Kingdom. As a result, there are individuals with the surname Szulc living in Britain, often with roots in Poland or other Eastern European countries.

The surname Szulc carries with it a sense of heritage and a connection to Poland's cultural and historical background. While not a common British surname, individuals with the surname Szulc contribute to the diverse tapestry of names found in the United Kingdom.

There are approximately 343 people named Szulc in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Szulc.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Anthony
  • Dariusz
  • John
  • Krzysztof
  • Lukasz
  • Marcin
  • Marek
  • Michal
  • Piotr
  • Robert
  • Tomasz

Female

  • Agnieszka
  • Anna
  • Ewelina
  • Jan
  • Joan
  • Justyna
  • Katarzyna
  • Magdalena
  • Marta
  • Monika

Similar and related surnames

Related and similar names are generated algorithmically based on the spelling, and may not necessarily share an etymology.

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