The Luchowsky surname comes from the Polish word "lokaj," which meant "valet" or "footman."
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Early Origins of the Luchowsky family
The surname Luchowsky 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. 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.
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Early History of the Luchowsky family
This web page shows only a small excerpt of our Luchowsky research. Another 107 words (8 lines of text) covering the years 1584, 1646, 1677 and 1782 are included under the topic Early Luchowsky History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
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Luchowsky Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Lokai, Lokaj, Lochocki, Lochowski, Lochynski, Luchowsky, Lokaiwski and many more.
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Early Notables of the Luchowsky family
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Migration of the Luchowsky family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Maria Lokay, who arrived at New York, NY in 1875; and Wm. Lochotzki, who was naturalized in Ohio between the years 1864-1876.
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