Rether

Occupational

Meaning

One who clears or prepares land, or a variant of names related to reeds or marshland.

Etymology

Derived from Middle High German 'retten' (to clear) or related to 'Riet' (reed). The suffix '-er' indicates an occupational or descriptive agent noun.

About the Rether Surname

A rare surname with occupational roots in land management or reed-working. The name appears sporadically in German genealogical records but lacks prominent historical figures.

Distribution

Primarily German-speaking regions, particularly Bavaria and surrounding areas.

Notable Bearers

Unknown

People with the Rether Surname

Harry Rether

Brigadier General