Lebowsky Surname History

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Poland

Etymology of Lebowsky

What does the name Lebowsky mean?

The Lebowsky 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."

Early Origins of the Lebowsky family

The surname Lebowsky 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 Lebowsky family

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Lebowsky Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Lebedowicz, Lebowicz, Lebowsky, Lebkowich and many more.

Early Notables of the Lebowsky family

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Lebowsky migration to the United States +

Lebowsky Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

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
Israel Lebowsky, who settled in New York, NY in 1870
Marcus Lebowsky, who settled in New York, NY in 1871

Lebowsky migration to Canada +

Lebowsky Settlers in Canada in the 19th Century

Christian Lebowsky, who arrived in Halifax, Nova Scotia in 1866