Rish

Meaning

One who dwells among rushes or marshy vegetation.

Etymology

Derived from Old English 'risc' or 'rush' (the plant), indicating someone living in or near areas with rushes. The surname may also have Irish origins as a variant of other Gaelic names.

About the Rish Surname

Rish is an uncommon surname likely derived from geographical features. The exact origins remain somewhat uncertain due to the rarity of early records.

Distribution

Found in England and Ireland, with scattered presence in North America.

People with the Rish Surname