Pozniak History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsEarly Origins of the Pozniak familyThe surname Pozniak was first found in Polesie, the largest province of Poland. It is inhabited by Ruthenians, called Polesians, of Ukrainian descent. The main towns are those of Brest Litovsk, Pinsk, Kobryn, Kamenets, Litovsk, and Luninets. It was in this province that the renowned Radziwills and Sapiehas held their vast estates. Wolczyn was the seat of the Czartoryski family. The surname became noted for its many branches in the region, each house acquiring a status and influence which was envied by the princes of the region. In their later history the name became a power unto themselves and were elevated to the ranks of nobility as they grew into this most influential family. Early History of the Pozniak familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Pozniak research. Another 87 words (6 lines of text) covering the years 1500, 1650 and 1666 are included under the topic Early Pozniak History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Pozniak Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Fuzek, Fozek, Pozniak, Pucek, Puzewicz, Prasek, Puczek, Poczek, Pozec and many more. Early Notables of the Pozniak familyMore information is included under the topic Early Pozniak Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Pozniak Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
Pozniak Settlers in United States in the 20th Century
Emigration to Australia followed the First Fleets of convicts, tradespeople and early settlers. Early immigrants include: Pozniak Settlers in Australia in the 20th Century
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