Lyssewen was formerly part of the German Empire. In the German Empire, the place was called Lissau (Ostpr.).
The place is now called Lisewo and belongs to Poland.
| Historical place name | Country | Administration | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lyssewen | German Empire | Lyck | 1938 |
| Lissau (Ostpr.) | German Empire | Lyck | 1939 |
| Lisewo | Under Polish administration | Ełk | 1945 |
| Lisewo | Poland | Suwałki | 1992 |