Polish Surname Research

Surname Patterns

  • Patronymic surnames
  • Occupational surnames
  • Geographic surnames
  • Noble surnames

Name Changes

  • Americanization
  • Phonetic variations
  • Spelling changes
  • Translation equivalents

Gender Variations

  • Feminine endings (-ska, -cka)
  • Masculine endings (-ski, -cki)
  • Unmarried women's names
  • Married women's names

Research Tips

  • Using surname databases
  • Searching multiple variations
  • Understanding regional differences
  • Working with parish records