Olszynka was formerly part of the German Empire. In the German Empire, the place was called Erlau, Vw..
The place is now called Olszynka and belongs to Poland.
| Historical place name | Country | Administration | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Erlau, Vw. | German Empire | Preußisch Holland | 1939 |
| Olszynka | Under Polish administration | Pasłęk | 1945 |
| Olszynka | Poland | Elbląg | 1992 |