Probostwo was formerly part of the German Empire. In the German Empire, the place was called Kreuz-Probstei.
The place is now called Probostwo and belongs to Poland.
| Historical place name | Country | Administration | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kreuz-Probstei | German Empire | Ratibor | 1939 |
| Probostwo | Under Polish administration | Racibórz | 1945 |
| Probostwo | Poland | Katowice | 1992 |