Sikora Family Crest and Surname Origin
A short guide to the Sikora surname: its meaning, its roots in Poland, and its heraldry.
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Origin of the Sikora name
Sikora means "titmouse" (the small songbird) in Polish. It began as a nickname for a small, lively or chirpy person. The surname is common throughout Poland, especially in Silesia and the south, and was carried abroad by emigrants to Germany, America and the Czech lands.
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This overview covers the Sikora name in Poland. We also hold records of the name in other countries, such as the United States, Germany and the Czech Republic; your full pack is researched for your family's country of origin.
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Sikora name FAQ
What does the Sikora name mean?
Titmouse (bird). Common variants include Sikorska, Sikorski, Sykora.
Where does the Sikora surname come from?
It originates in Poland, and is also found in the United States, Germany and the Czech Republic.
Is there a Sikora coat of arms?
Arms were granted to individuals, not whole surnames, so there is no single Sikora crest. Herald Lab paints a personalized Sikora coat of arms based on historic heraldry.
Researched by Herald Lab Research Studio, since 1993. Sources: Rymut, Nazwiska Polaków; Dictionary of American Family Names (Oxford).