RICKENBACHER

Meaning

A surname derived from a German place name, possibly referring to a settlement or region associated with a person named Ricke or Ricken.

Etymology

The surname derives from a German place name with the suffix -bacher (meaning 'of the stream' or 'from the stream'). The first element Ricken- likely refers to a specific location or personal name.

About the RICKENBACHER Surname

A German topographic surname derived from a place name incorporating the element 'bacher' (stream). The name is most famously associated with aviation history.

Distribution

Found primarily in German-speaking regions and among German-American communities.

Notable Bearers

Eddie Rickenbacher (aviation pioneer and World War I ace)

People with the RICKENBACHER Surname