Rakowo was formerly part of the German Empire. In the German Empire, the place was called Raakow.
The place is now called Rakowo and belongs to Poland.
| Historical place name | Country | Administration | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raakow | German Empire | Arnswalde | 1939 |
| Rakowo | Under Polish administration | Choszczno | 1945 |
| Rakowo | Poland | Gorzów | 1992 |