sophia423
16 Mar 2011
Genealogy / Family name "Olejarz" [12]
Hello,
I am a 23 year old student. I have always been extraordinarily fascinated by my Polish culture, but sadly I know little about it. The only information my father gave me was that my great-grandfather and his family left Krakow in the early 20’s to work at the mills in Massachusetts. The last name Olejarz is very uncommon here, and when most people see it they assume it’s Spanish and pronounce it as “Olaharez”. It’s rather sad because my brother and I are the only ones who will carry the family name since my father does not really have other family here (at least where I live). Is Olejarz a widely common last name in Poland? Have there been alterations to the name in the past?
Also, I have read the MANY forums regarding the “typical” Polish appearance. I think its clear there is not one distinct look, but I do like to pride myself on the idea that I have “common Polish features”. With that, I wanted to post some pictures and say “Hello”. I’m hoping when I graduate (2012) I will be able to visit Poland, especially Krakow! :D
Hello,
I am a 23 year old student. I have always been extraordinarily fascinated by my Polish culture, but sadly I know little about it. The only information my father gave me was that my great-grandfather and his family left Krakow in the early 20’s to work at the mills in Massachusetts. The last name Olejarz is very uncommon here, and when most people see it they assume it’s Spanish and pronounce it as “Olaharez”. It’s rather sad because my brother and I are the only ones who will carry the family name since my father does not really have other family here (at least where I live). Is Olejarz a widely common last name in Poland? Have there been alterations to the name in the past?
Also, I have read the MANY forums regarding the “typical” Polish appearance. I think its clear there is not one distinct look, but I do like to pride myself on the idea that I have “common Polish features”. With that, I wanted to post some pictures and say “Hello”. I’m hoping when I graduate (2012) I will be able to visit Poland, especially Krakow! :D