Show ContentsRieffer History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms

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Rieffer Family Crest Download (JPG) Heritage Series - 600 DPI

Family Crest Download (JPG) Heritage Series - 600 DPI

Etymology of Rieffer

What does the name Rieffer mean?

The distinguished German surname Rieffer is derived from the Germanic personal name "Rief," which is itself a diminutive of the name "Rudolf." The surname means "son of Rief," and became a hereditary family name during the Middle Ages.

Early Origins of the Rieffer family

The surname Rieffer was first found in Berne, Switzerland, where the name came from humble beginnings but gained a significant reputation for its contribution to the emerging mediaeval society. It later became more prominent as many branches of the same house acquired distant estates and branches, some in foreign countries, always elevating their social status by their great contributions to society.

Early History of the Rieffer family

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Rieffer Spelling Variations

Spelling variations of this family name include: Rieffer, Reiffer, Reiffern, Rieffern, Riefern, Riefer and many more.

Early Notables of the Rieffer family

  • the Rieffer family of Berne, Switzerland

Rieffer migration to the United States+



Rieffer Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
  • Matthias Arnold Rieffer, who was on record in North America in 1768
  • Johannes Rieffer, who settled in North America in 1778

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