Kijowski History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Etymology of Kijowski

What does the name Kijowski mean?

The Polish Kijowski 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 Kijowski family

The surname Kijowski 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 Kijowski family

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Kijowski Spelling Variations

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

Early Notables of the Kijowski family

the Kijowski family of Polesie

Kijowski migration to the United States +

Kijowski Settlers in United States in the 20th Century

Piotr Kijowski, who was on record in Kansas in 1936

Contemporary Notables of the name Kijowski (post 1700) +

Janusz Kijowski (b. 1948), Polish film director, stage and opera director, screenwriter, and actor
Andrzej Kijowski (1928-1985), Polish literary critic and prose writer