Kronowo was formerly part of the German Empire. In the German Empire, the place was called Cronau.
The place is now called Kronowo and belongs to Poland.
| Historical place name | Country | Administration | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Groß Cronau | German Empire | Allenstein | 1914 |
| Cronau | German Empire | Allenstein | 1939 |
| Kronowo | Under Polish administration | Olsztyn | 1945 |
| Kronowo | Poland | Olsztyn | 1992 |