Okonek was formerly part of the German Empire. In the German Empire, the place was called Ratzebuhr.
The place is now called Okonek and belongs to Poland.
| Historical place name | Country | Administration | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ratzebuhr | German Empire | Neustettin | 1939 |
| Okonek | Under Polish administration | Szczecinek | 1945 |
| Okonek | Poland | Piła | 1992 |