Śniepie was formerly part of the German Empire. In the German Empire, the place was called Schnippen.
The place is now called Śniepie and belongs to Poland.
| Historical place name | Country | Administration | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schnepien | German Empire | Lyck | 1938 |
| Schnippen | German Empire | Lyck | 1939 |
| Śniepie | Under Polish administration | Ełk | 1945 |
| Śniepie | Poland | Suwałki | 1992 |