Wielka Kolonia was formerly part of the German Empire. In the German Empire, the place was called Johannesdorf.
The place is now called Kolonia Wielka and belongs to Poland.
| Historical place name | Country | Administration | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johannesdorf | German Empire | Namslau | 1939 |
| Wielka Kolonia | Under Polish administration | Namysłów | 1945 |
| Kolonia Wielka | Poland | Opole | 1992 |