Żabiniec was formerly part of the German Empire. In the German Empire, the place was called Waldfrieden.
The place is now called Żabiniec and belongs to Poland.
| Historical place name | Country | Administration | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zabinietz | German Empire | Cosel | 1936 |
| Waldfrieden | German Empire | Cosel | 1939 |
| Żabiniec | Under Polish administration | Koźle | 1945 |
| Żabiniec | Poland | Opole | 1992 |