Świny was formerly part of the German Empire. In the German Empire, the place was called Schweinhaus.
The place is now called Świny and belongs to Poland.
| Historical place name | Country | Administration | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schweinhaus | German Empire | Jauer | 1939 |
| Świny | Under Polish administration | Jawor | 1945 |
| Świny | Poland | Jelenia Góra | 1992 |