Wilk

Wilk is a British surname with origins that can be traced back to Poland. The name is a variant of the Polish surname 'Wilk' which means "wolf" in English. Over the years, many individuals with the surname Wilk have migrated to the United Kingdom, often as a result of various historical events and movements.

Those carrying the surname Wilk today may be found in different regions of the UK, with concentrations in areas where Polish immigrants settled. The surname Wilk may have undergone slight alterations in spelling or pronunciation, reflecting the diversity and evolution of family names over time.

Like many surnames, Wilk carries within it a record of ancestry, connecting those who bear the name to their Polish heritage. Through genealogical research and documentation, individuals with the surname Wilk can further uncover their family history and lineage.

In contemporary Britain, individuals with the surname Wilk contribute to the nation's cultural tapestry, bringing with them their unique heritage and traditions. The name Wilk serves as a testament to the rich history of migration and integration that characterises the makeup of British society.

There are approximately 561 people named Wilk in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around nine in a million people in Britain are named Wilk.

Region of origin: Europe

Country of origin: Poland

Language of origin: Polish

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Adam
  • Andrzej
  • Daniel
  • Gary
  • Kamil
  • Krzysztof
  • Lukasz
  • Marek
  • Piotr
  • Ray
  • Richard
  • Robert
  • Tomasz
  • Wojciech

Female

  • Agnieszka
  • Alicja
  • Anna
  • Barbara
  • Joanna
  • Katarzyna
  • Magdalena
  • Marta
  • Monika
  • Sharon

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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