Jastrzbie

Jastrzbie is the name of several geographical localities in Poland. The form derives from the Polish word jastrząb, meaning hawk, and the common place-name suffix -bie, which in Polish toponymy often denotes a location associated with a landscape feature or a historical activity. The name is used for small rural settlements rather than for a single large town.

In Poland, places named Jastrzbie are typically villages or hamlets that form part of a gmina (municipality) and są part of a powiat (county). They are spread across various regions, reflecting a common naming practice rather than a single unified locality. Because multiple places share the same name, there is no single administrative center identified as Jastrzbie.

A similarly named location often referenced in broader contexts is Jastrzębie-Zdrój, a city located in the Silesian Voivodeship. It is distinct from the smaller Jastrzbie localities and has its own urban administration and history as an industrial and urban center.

The Jastrzbie villages are typically rural communities. Economic activity in these localities has traditionally centered on agriculture, forestry, and small-scale local services. Some villages may retain historic churches, rural architecture, and local folk traditions reflecting regional differences within Poland.

Because the name Jastrzbie can refer to more than one place, readers seeking precise information should consult the article dedicated to the specific locality or use a disambiguation entry that distinguishes among the different Jastrzbie settlements.