Baranek Surname Meaning & Coat of Arms

Baranek belongs to the Baran family of names, which has Polish roots. The family name meaning is “Ram”, the same as for Baran.

How the spelling arose

Baranek carries the diminutive ending -ek, so it began as a ‘little’ or affectionate form of Baran. Related forms: Baranowski and Barany.

Arms associated with the name

Heraldry is personal: arms associated with the Baran surname were borne by specific families, and sharing the name does not mean sharing the blazon.

Research your Baranek family history with a full surname report and painted coat of arms.