Wasilewski

Wasilewski is a surname of Polish origin, but it is also found among the British population. The name derives from the Polish given name Wasyl, which is a Slavic form of the name Basil. The suffix "-ewski" is a common Polish surname ending, indicating a place of origin.

Distribution

The Wasilewski surname is not as common in the United Kingdom as it is in Poland, but there are British families who bear this surname. The name may have been brought to the UK by Polish immigrants or acquired through marriage.

Notable People

As a less common surname in the UK, there are likely fewer notable figures with the surname Wasilewski in British history. However, individuals with this surname may have made contributions to various fields in the country.

Variants

Variants of the Wasilewski surname may exist, reflecting different spellings or anglicised versions of the name. Some variations include Wasilowski or Wasylowski.

In conclusion, while the Wasilewski surname has roots in Poland, its presence in the British population signifies the diverse cultural heritage within the UK and the historic connections between Poland and Britain.

There are approximately 316 people named Wasilewski in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around five in a million people in Britain are named Wasilewski.

Region of origin: Europe

Country of origin: Poland

Language of origin: Polish

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Adam
  • David
  • Grzegorz
  • John
  • Krzysztof
  • Lukasz
  • Marcin
  • Marek
  • Piotr
  • Rafal
  • Tomasz

Female

  • Anita
  • Anna
  • Audrey
  • Brenda
  • Catherine
  • Helen
  • Jan
  • Jean
  • Jenny
  • Karen
  • Maria
  • Samantha
  • Sophie
  • Susan

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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