Żaków was formerly part of the German Empire. In the German Empire, the place was called Saatz.
The place is now called Żaków and belongs to Poland.
| Historical place name | Country | Administration | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saatz | German Empire | Sprottau | 1939 |
| Żaków | Under Polish administration | Żagań | 1945 |
| Żaków | Poland | Zielona Góra | 1992 |