The surname Kreckkowski was first found in Volhynia, the eastern province of Poland which has changed hands throughout history so many times between Russia and Poland. Mostlky populated by Ruthenians or Ukrainians, there are only 16% Poles and a like number of Jews. There are many Polish landowners and nobility. The main towns are Luck, Ostrog, Rowno, Dubno and Kowel. 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. The main Clan is Dolega considered to be a noble family of Poland and held extensive lands and a castle.
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Early History of the Kreckkowski family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Kreckkowski research. Another 56 words (4 lines of text) covering the years 1449, 1452, 1480, 1582, 1590, 1637, 1643 and 1654 are included under the topic Early Kreckkowski History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Kreckkowski Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Kretkowski, Kreckkovsky, Kreckkowski, Kreckovski and many more.
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Early Notables of the Kreckkowski family
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Migration of the Kreckkowski family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Joseph Kretowski, who arrived at Halifax, Nova Scotia in 1898.
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