Świniary was formerly part of the German Empire. In the German Empire, the place was called Zweinert.
The place is now called Świniary and belongs to Poland.
| Historical place name | Country | Administration | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zweinert | German Empire | Weststernberg | 1939 |
| Świniary | Under Polish administration | Rzepin | 1945 |
| Świniary | Poland | Gorzów | 1992 |