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