TheNameDBRogge
OccupationalMeaning
A surname derived from the Middle Low German word 'rogge', meaning rye, likely indicating a rye farmer or merchant.
Etymology
The surname originates from the Middle Low German 'rogge' (rye), combined with occupational or topographic suffixes. It may also derive from a personal name based on the same root.
About the Rogge Surname
An occupational surname referring to someone involved in rye cultivation or trade. The name is particularly prevalent in regions where rye was a staple grain.
Distribution
Common in Germany, the Netherlands, and Scandinavian countries.
Notable Bearers
Primarily a regional surname with limited notable historical figures.