Orlowo was formerly part of the German Empire. In the German Empire, the place was called Orlen.
The place is now called Orłowo and belongs to Under Polish administration.
| Historical place name | Country | Administration | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orlowo | German Empire | Rößel | 1938 |
| Orlen | German Empire | Rößel | 1939 |
| Orłowo | Under Polish administration | Reszel | 1945 |
| Orłowo | Under Polish administration | Olsztyn | 1992 |