Borowe was formerly part of the German Empire. In the German Empire, the place was called Burau.
The place is now called Borowe and belongs to Poland.
| Historical place name | Country | Administration | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burau | German Empire | Sprottau | 1939 |
| Borowe | Under Polish administration | Żagań | 1945 |
| Borowe | Poland | Zielona Góra | 1992 |