Krzywicki

Krzywicki is a surname of Polish origin. It is derived from the given name Krzywy, a diminutive of Krysztof, the Polish form of Christopher. The suffix -icki denotes a patronymic, meaning "son of Krzywy".

Notable individuals with the surname Krzywicki include:

Ludwik Krzywicki (1859-1940) was a Polish sociologist, ethnographer, and historian. He is considered one of the founders of Polish sociology and is known for his work on social evolution, social stratification, and the history of material culture. His ethnographic research focused on Polish peasant communities.

Krzywicki may also refer to geographical locations. There are several villages and settlements in Poland bearing this name, often found in regions with a historical presence of Polish settlements. These locations typically have agricultural economies and are part of larger administrative districts.

The surname is relatively common in Poland and among the Polish diaspora. Variations in spelling or transliteration might exist, particularly in countries with different alphabetic systems. The prevalence of the name is linked to the historical popularity of the given name from which it originates.