ORLOWSKI

Topographic

Meaning

Dweller from Orla or a place associated with eagles.

Etymology

Derived from the Polish place name Orla or the word 'orzeł' meaning eagle, combined with the suffix '-ski' indicating origin from a place. The suffix '-owski' is a common Polish topographic surname ending.

About the ORLOWSKI Surname

A Polish surname derived from a place name or geographical feature, using the common topographic suffix '-owski'. The name reflects Polish naming conventions and likely originated in the Masovian or nearby regions.

Distribution & Frequency

Estimated 15,000 bearers in the United States #908 most common surname
Rare Common

Primarily Poland and Polish diaspora communities.

Notable Bearers

No widely documented notable bearers identified

People with the ORLOWSKI Surname

Leon Orlowski

MME.