Kolnica was formerly part of the German Empire. In the German Empire, the place was called Lichtenberg.
The place is now called Kolnica and belongs to Poland.
| Historical place name | Country | Administration | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lichtenberg | German Empire | Grottkau | 1939 |
| Kolnica | Under Polish administration | Grodków | 1945 |
| Kolnica | Poland | Opole | 1992 |