Hlavaty History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe Hlavaty surname is derived from the Polish root word "glowa," which means "head." Early Origins of the Hlavaty familyThe surname Hlavaty 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 Hlavaty familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Hlavaty research. Another 95 words (7 lines of text) are included under the topic Early Hlavaty History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Hlavaty Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Hlavacek, Hlavac, Hlovaski, Hlobeczy, Glowacki, Glowaczy, Hlobecki, Hloweczy and many more. Early Notables of the Hlavaty familyMore information is included under the topic Early Hlavaty Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Hlavaty Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
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