Kucharski History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Poland

Etymology of Kucharski

What does the name Kucharski mean?

The Kucharski surname is derived from the Polish word "kucharz," which was derived from the occupational name which meant "cook."

Early Origins of the Kucharski family

The surname Kucharski 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 Kucharski family

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Kucharski Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Kucharski, Kukarski, Kuekzkowski, Kuezuk, Kurcewski and many more.

Early Notables of the Kucharski family

the Kucharski family of Polesie

Kucharski Ranking

the United States, the name Kucharski is the 15,774^th most popular surname with an estimated 2,487 people with that name. 1

Kucharski migration to the United States +

Kucharski Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

John Kucharski who immigrated to Pennsylvania in 1890

Kucharski Settlers in United States in the 20th Century

Konstantin Kucharski who arrived in New York City in 1912 on the "SS President Lincoln"
Adolf Kucharski who arrived on the President Lincoln in 1912 at the age of 21

Contemporary Notables of the name Kucharski (post 1700) +

Tomasz Kucharski (b. 1984), Polish Olympic rower
Dawid Kucharski (b. 1984), Polish footballer
Cezary Kucharski (b. 1972), Polish footballer
Cezary Kucharski, Polish soccer player

Sources +

"What are the 5,000 Most Common Last Names in the U.S.?". NameCensus.com, https://namecensus.com/last-names/