Złotkowy

Złotkowy is a Polish surname. It is derived from the Polish word "złoty," meaning "golden" or "gold," combined with a suffix that indicates origin or possession. Therefore, the name likely originated as a descriptor for someone connected to gold, perhaps a goldsmith, a person with golden hair, or someone associated with a place named for or known for gold. Surnames like Złotkowy were often adopted based on occupation, physical characteristics, or place of origin. The surname itself would then denote "of the golden one" or "from the golden place," depending on the specific historical context. It is a relatively uncommon surname in Poland.