Białojany was formerly part of the German Empire. In the German Empire, the place was called Weißhagen.
The place is now called Białojany and belongs to Poland.
| Historical place name | Country | Administration | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biallojahnen | German Empire | Lyck | 1935 |
| Weißhagen | German Empire | Lyck | 1939 |
| Białojany | Under Polish administration | Ełk | 1945 |
| Białojany | Poland | Suwałki | 1992 |