Rettke History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

Origins Available:
Germany

The surname Rettke is derived from the Middle Low German "redik" for radish. The name was therefore occupational, applied to greengrocers, such as the Reddich recorded in Greifswald in 1303, and the one in Stralsund in 1325.

Early Origins of the Rettke family

The surname Rettke was first found in Austria, where the name became noted for its many branches within the region, each house acquiring a status and influence which was envied and enrolled by the princes of the region. One of the first written records of the name dates from the year 1245 when one Nicolus dictus (son of) Rettich was listed on the live Register of Freiburg. In their later history they became a power unto themselves and were elevated to the ranks of nobility as they developed into this most influential family.

Early History of the Rettke family

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Rettke Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Rettich, Rettig, Retteg, Rettick, Retich, Retig, Retick, Reddig (northern Germany), Reddich (northern Germany), Rethke, Rettke (Slavic) and many more.

Early Notables of the Rettke family

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Rettke migration to the United States +

Some of the first settlers of this family name were:

Rettke Settlers in United States in the 19th Century

Gertrude Rettke, aged 11, who immigrated to the United States, in 1894

Rettke Settlers in United States in the 20th Century

Hubert Rettke, aged 8, who settled in America from Prebendow, Germany, in 1922
Therese Rettke, aged 22, who immigrated to the United States from Prebendow, Germany, in 1922
Elfriede Rettke, aged 19, who landed in America from Prebendow, Germany, in 1922

Contemporary Notables of the name Rettke (post 1700) +

Justin Rettke, American script coordinator, known for his work on Hawaii Five-0 (2010), Meter Maids (2011) and That Which Is Within (2009)