Dictionary of Family Names in the Visegrad Countries

CIESIELSKI

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Originof Polish origin
TypeFamily name referring to the place of residence, origin or estate
Family name referring to an occupation, activity or social status

Description

The name is derived from the Polish place name (settlement name) Cieśle with the suffix -ski and refers to a place of residence, origin or estate. It may also be derived from the Polish common noun cieśla meaning ‘carpenter, woodworker’ and refer to an occupation.