The Lebowski surname is most likely derived from the Yiddish name "Layb" or "Leib." There may also be instances where the surname comes from the Polish root "leb," which means "head."
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Early Origins of the Lebowski family
The surname Lebowski 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 Lebowski family
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Lebowski Spelling Variations
Spelling variations of this family name include: Lebedowicz, Lebowicz, Lebowsky, Lebkowich and many more.
Early Notables of the Lebowski family
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Migration of the Lebowski family
Some of the first settlers of this family name or some of its variants were: Hirsch Lebowsky, who settled in New York, NY in 1863; Ester Lebowsky, who arrived in New York, NY in 1864; Aber Lebowsky, who settled in New York, NY in 1864.
