Brajniki was formerly part of the German Empire. In the German Empire, the place was called Braynicken.
The place is now called Brajniki and belongs to Poland.
| Historical place name | Country | Administration | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Braynicken | German Empire | Neidenburg | 1939 |
| Brajniki | Under Polish administration | Nidzica | 1945 |
| Brajniki | Poland | Olsztyn | 1992 |