Rzepka
# Rzepka

Rzepka (Polish pronunciation:) is a Polish surname and given name.

## Meaning and origin

In Polish, the word means kneecap, but the name is actually derived from the diminutive of rzepa (meaning turnip).

## Prevalence

Outside of Poland, the name is also prevalent as a surname in Germany and the United States.

## Notable people

Notable people with this name include:

* Józef Rzepka (1913-1951), Polish soldier
* Michelle Rzepka (born 1983), American bobsledder
* Piotr Rzepka, Polish football player and manager
* Rzepicha (also known as Rzepka), 9th century Polish ruler
