Złotniki was formerly part of the German Empire. In the German Empire, the place was called Goldenau O.S..
The place is now called Złotniki and belongs to Poland.
| Historical place name | Country | Administration | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zlattnik | German Empire | Oppeln | 1935 |
| Goldenau O.S. | German Empire | Oppeln | 1939 |
| Złotniki | Under Polish administration | Opole | 1945 |
| Złotniki | Poland | Opole | 1992 |