WLOCH
Wloch
The surname Wloch is of Polish origin and is derived from the Polish language. It is not a common surname in the United Kingdom but is primarily found in Poland and among Polish diaspora communities. The name Wloch may have originated from the word 'Włoch,' which historically referred to an Italian or a person from Italy. In Poland, 'Włoch' was used to describe an Italian merchant or a Roman or Byzantine citizen.
Those who bear the surname Wloch are likely to have ancestors who either came from Italy or were associated with Italian influences. The migration of people across Europe throughout history has led to the dissemination of surnames such as Wloch to various regions, including the UK.
As with many surnames, variations in spelling and pronunciation may exist, making genealogical research a complex but rewarding endeavour. Despite its relatively rare occurrence in Britain, the surname Wloch stands as a testament to the diverse origins of the island's population and the interconnected histories of European nations.
There are approximately 93 people named Wloch in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around one in a million people in Britain are named Wloch.
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Alexander
- Andrzej
- Artur
- Igor
- Krzysztof
- Lukasz
- Marcin
- Michael
- Michal
- Pawel
- Stefan
Female
- Aneta
- Anna
- Danuta
- Iwona
- Karolina
- Katarzyna
- Melissa
- Monika
- Stephanie
- Wendy