Ziolkowski

Ziolkowski is a distinctive and rare British surname with Polish origins. The surname is of toponymic origin, derived from the name of several places in Poland, such as Ziolkow, Ziolkowo, or Ziolkowice. The romanised spelling of the surname is a result of adaption to suit British pronunciation and spelling conventions.

Ziolkowski is believed to have been brought to the United Kingdom by Polish immigrants who settled in the country, particularly after World War II. As a result, individuals bearing the surname Ziolkowski are a part of the rich tapestry of multiculturalism in Britain.

The surname Ziolkowski may have different variations or anglicised forms depending on the family or individual's preferences. The roots of the name lie deeply in Polish culture and history, reflecting a connection to the homeland of those who carried it to the British Isles.

Today, the surname Ziolkowski is relatively uncommon in Britain, adding to the intrigue and uniqueness of individuals who bear it. Despite its rarity, the name carries with it a sense of heritage and ancestry that connects those who share it to their Polish roots.

There are approximately 194 people named Ziolkowski in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around three in a million people in Britain are named Ziolkowski.

Typical given names associated with the surname

Male

  • Adam
  • Andrzej
  • Jacek
  • John
  • Krzysztof
  • Leon
  • Lukasz
  • Marcin
  • Mariusz
  • Piotr
  • Rafal
  • Robert
  • Tomasz

Female

  • Amanda
  • Ann
  • Anne
  • Carol
  • Colette
  • Karen
  • Marian
  • Pamela
  • Rosemary
  • Sarah

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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