Kaminski

Kaminski is a surname of Polish origin. It is derived from the Polish word "kamień," meaning "stone." The surname is topographic, originally denoting someone who lived near a stone landmark such as a rock, a quarry, or a boundary marker. It can also be occupational, referring to a stonecutter or stonemason.

The surname Kaminski (and its variations like Kamiński) is a common surname in Poland and is also found in countries with significant Polish diaspora populations, such as the United States, Canada, Germany, and the United Kingdom.

Variations of the surname include:

• Kamiński (with a diacritical mark, the acute accent)
• Kaminsky (a common transliteration)
• Kaminskis (a Latvian version)
• Kaminskas (a Lithuanian version)

Notable people with the surname Kaminski include individuals from various fields, such as:

• Politics
• Science
• Arts and Entertainment
• Sports

Genealogical research can be conducted to trace the origins and history of families bearing the surname Kaminski. Resources such as Polish genealogical societies and online databases can be helpful in this process.