Pilcza was formerly part of the German Empire. In the German Empire, the place was called Friedrichshorst.
The place is now called Pilcza and belongs to Poland.
| Historical place name | Country | Administration | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Friedrichshorst | German Empire | Friedeberg Nm. | 1939 |
| Pilcza | Under Polish administration | Strzelce Krajeńskie | 1945 |
| Pilcza | Poland | Piła | 1992 |