Tolniki Małe was formerly part of the German Empire. In the German Empire, the place was called Tollnigk.
The place is now called Tolniki Małe and belongs to Poland.
| Historical place name | Country | Administration | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tollnigk | German Empire | Rößel | 1939 |
| Tolniki Małe | Under Polish administration | Reszel | 1945 |
| Tolniki Małe | Poland | Olsztyn | 1992 |