Kijowski Family History
Kijowski Surname Meaning
Polish: habitational name for someone from Kijów in Silesian Voivodeship or from Kijowice, a lost place in Lower Silesia, both named with the nickname Kij (from kij ‘stick’).
These names may have originated from the geographical features or local lore associated with these locations.
Alternatively, the name might sometimes be traced back to the city of Kiev (Polish Kijów), which is now the capital of Ukraine.
The complex historical and cultural connections in the region often influence naming conventions.
Understanding such names sheds light on the rich tapestry of local heritage and identity.
Source: Dictionary of American Family Names 2nd edition, 2022