Osowsky History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Etymology of Osowsky

What does the name Osowsky mean?

The Osowsky name is derived from any of various place names such as Osów, Osowa, Osowo, Ossowo, Ossowa, and Ossów in Warszawa. These place names come from either the word "osowy" meaning "aspen," or "osa," meaning "wasp."

Early Origins of the Osowsky family

The surname Osowsky was first found in West Prussia, Poland and Pomerelia, where the name emerged in mediaeval times as one of the notable families in the western region. The surname is generally understood to be a habitation name. From the 13th century onwards the surname was identified with the great social and economic evolution which made this territory a landmark contributor to the development of the nation.

Early History of the Osowsky family

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Osowsky Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Ossowski, Ossowscy, Ossowsky, Ossowsci, Osowski, Osowscy, Osowsky and many more.

Early Notables of the Osowsky family

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Osowsky migration to the United States +

Osowsky Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

Juliane Osowsky, who settled in Baltimore in 1880
Johann Osowsky, who arrived in Baltimore in 1880

Osowsky Settlers in United States in the 20th Century

Franz Osowsky, who settled in New York in 1901
Stefan Osowsky, who settled in Maryland in 1910