About Pilewski
The surname Pilewski is of Polish origin and is derived from the word "pilawa," which refers to a type of bird known as the lapwing. The name likely originated as a nickname for someone who resembled or had characteristics associated with the lapwing, such as agility or a distinctive appearance. Over time, this nickname evolved into a hereditary surname, and individuals with the surname Pilewski can trace their ancestry back to someone who was once known by this bird-related nickname.
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The surname Pilewski is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Pilewski based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Pilewski in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Pilewski using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.