Kreczmar (masculine), Krechmarowa (archaic feminine) is a Polish-language occupational surname. It is a Polonized form of Kretschmar. Notable people with the surname include: (1944–1982) – poet, comedian, Polish cabaret actor Jan Kreczmar (1908–1972) Polish actor and educator (1902–1985), Polish actor and stage director (1918–2008), Polish actress and educator