Wierzchownia was formerly part of the German Empire. In the German Empire, the place was called Würchland.
The place is now called Wierzchownia and belongs to Poland.
| Historical place name | Country | Administration | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Würchland | German Empire | Glogau | 1939 |
| Wierzchownia | Under Polish administration | Głogów | 1945 |
| Wierzchownia | Poland | Legnica | 1992 |