Łakiele was formerly part of the German Empire. In the German Empire, the place was called Schönhofen (Ostpr.).
The place is now called Łakiele and belongs to Poland.
| Historical place name | Country | Administration | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakellen | German Empire | Treuburg | 1938 |
| Schönhofen (Ostpr.) | German Empire | Treuburg | 1939 |
| Łakiele | Under Polish administration | Olecko | 1945 |
| Łakiele | Poland | Suwałki | 1992 |