Guralkiewicz

Guralkiewicz is a surname of Polish origin. It belongs to the category of patronymic surnames formed with the suffix -kiewicz, which in Polish often denotes “son of” or “descendant of” a person with the preceding root, typically a given name or nickname.

The root element in Guralkiewicz, namely Gural- or Gura-, is not widely attested as a common modern Polish given name. It may derive from an older personal name or nickname that existed in regional or historical contexts. As with many Polish surnames, the form likely reflects a patronymic lineage connected to an ancestor bearing that root.

Guralkiewicz is relatively uncommon in Poland and is less common in the general population, but occurrences appear in Polish diaspora communities. Records indicate presence among communities in North America, Western Europe, and other regions where Polish migration has been documented.

Variants and transliteration are common with Polish surnames. Related spellings include Guralkiewicz or Guralewicz, and transliteration into other languages can yield forms such as Guralkevich in Ukrainian- or Russian-influenced contexts. Local adaptation may also influence spelling in immigration records and passports.

There are no widely documented notable individuals bearing Guralkiewicz in major biographical sources. The name is primarily represented in private, regional, or genealogical contexts and may appear in surname databases, civil records, or family histories.