Ruskowo was formerly part of the German Empire. In the German Empire, the place was called Reuschwerder.
The place is now called Ruskowo and belongs to Poland.
| Historical place name | Country | Administration | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reuschwerder | German Empire | Neidenburg | 1939 |
| Ruskowo | Under Polish administration | Nidzica | 1945 |
| Ruskowo | Poland | Olsztyn | 1992 |