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