About Zawalski
The surname Zawalski is of Polish origin and is derived from the word "zawal," which means "collapse" or "fall." It is believed to have originally been a nickname for someone who was prone to stumbling or falling, or it could have been a surname given to someone who lived near a collapsed or ruined structure. The name may also have been occupational, referring to someone who worked in construction or demolition. Overall, the surname Zawalski likely originated as a descriptive or occupational name related to the concept of collapse or falling.
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The surname Zawalski is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Zawalski 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 Zawalski in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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