Smolany-Żardawy was formerly part of the German Empire. In the German Empire, the place was called Smolany Zardawy.
The place is now called Smolany-Żardawy and belongs to Poland.
| Historical place name | Country | Administration | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smolany Zardawy | Russian Empire | Mlava | 1914 |
| Smolany-Żardawy | Poland | Mława | 1919 |
| Smolany Zardawy | German Empire | Mielau | 1939 |
| Smolany-Żardawy | Poland | Nidzica | 1945 |
| Smolany-Żardawy | Poland | Olsztyn | 1992 |