Kijewski History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

Origins Available:
Poland

The Polish Kijewski surname is thought to be a habitation name created from the place named Kijewo, in northeastern Poland, between the cities of Torun and Inowroclaw. The surname created from this generally mean "one who hailed from Kijewo." The place name is most likely derived from the Polish word "kij," meaning "stick."

Early Origins of the Kijewski family

The surname Kijewski 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.

Early History of the Kijewski family

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Kijewski Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Kijowski, Kijowsky, Kijanski, Kijewski and others.

Early Notables of the Kijewski family

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Kijewski migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Kijewski Settlers in United States in the 20th Century

Anna Kijewski, who filed a naturalization petition in Detroit in 1929

Contemporary Notables of the name Kijewski (post 1700) +

Karen Kijewski, American award-winning crime writer
Dr. Valerie Kijewski, American Professor at the University of Massachusetts at Lowell