There are
1280
Kostkas in the USA
Kostka is the
20676th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Kostka

ŚwiętyStanisław

Święty Stanisław Kostka (1550-1568) was a Polish Jesuit novice and martyr, considered a patron saint of young people and of novices.

KrystynaKostka

Krystyna Kostka (1560-1593) was the Polish wife of Claude III of Enghien and mother of Charles of Gonzaga-Nevers, Prince of Arches.

Hansvon

Hans von Kostka (1645-1709) was a German painter who worked in Prague, specializing in still life and portrait paintings.

PetrKostka

Petr Kostka (born 1927) is a Czech actor known for his roles in Czechoslovak and Czech films, including 'The Cremator' and 'Valerie and Her Week of Wonders.'

HansKostka

Hans Kostka (1928-2009) was a German physician and researcher, known for his work in the field of nuclear medicine and radiology.

ZofiaKostka

Zofia Kostka (1930-2015) was a Polish film and theater actress, known for her roles in Polish films such as 'Ashes and Diamonds' and 'Knife in the Water.'

MiroslavKostka

Miroslav Kostka (born 1939) is a Czech footballer who played as a midfielder for several Czechoslovak clubs and the Czechoslovak national team.

MichalKostka

Michal Kostka (born 1985) is a Czech former professional ice hockey defenseman who played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for various teams.

RafałKostka

Rafał Kostka (born 1987) is a Polish actor and musician, known for his roles in Polish films and television series, as well as his musical career.

PaoloKostka

Paolo Kostka (born 1992) is an Italian football goalkeeper who currently plays for Roma and the Italian national team.

Kostka Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Kostka' is of Polish origin and is derived from the Polish word 'kostka', meaning 'cube'. It is a common surname in Poland and may have originally referred to someone who lived near a road crossing or a building made of cuboid materials.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Kostka' is most prevalent in Poland, where it has a high concentration. It is also found in other Polish-speaking regions and communities around the world.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Kostka' include 'Kostek' and 'Kostcza'.
Migration and ImmigrationPeople with the surname 'Kostka' have migrated and immigrated to various countries, particularly during periods of Polish migration in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. There are also communities of Kostka descendants in countries like the United States, Canada, and Australia.