Ligota Mała was formerly part of the German Empire. In the German Empire, the place was called Klein Ellguth.
The place is now called Ligota Mała and belongs to Poland.
| Historical place name | Country | Administration | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Klein Ellguth | German Empire | Cosel | 1939 |
| Ligota Mała | Under Polish administration | Koźle | 1945 |
| Ligota Mała | Poland | Opole | 1992 |