Stankus History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe surname Stankus is of Polish origin. The name is derived from the personal name "Stanko," and means "son of Stanko." Early Origins of the Stankus familyThe surname Stankus 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 Stankus familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Stankus research. Another 108 words (8 lines of text) covering the years 1516, 1560 and 1645 are included under the topic Early Stankus History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Stankus Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Stankewich, Stankiewicz, Stankar, Stanczewicz, Staniewicz and many more. Early Notables of the Stankus familyMore information is included under the topic Early Stankus Notables in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible.
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Stankus Settlers in United States in the 20th Century
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