Ruyter History, Family Crest & Coats of ArmsThe surname Ruyter corresponds to the French Chevalier, the German Ritter and the English Knight, each of which is derived from the feudal rank of knighthood. Ruyter comes from the Dutch word "ruiten" meaning to "plunder" or "loot" and was originally applied to highwaymen. However, the word came to be used to denote any mounted warrior or armed horseman. Early Origins of the Ruyter familyThe surname Ruyter was first found in the Netherlands. Early History of the Ruyter familyThis web page shows only a small excerpt of our Ruyter research. Another 88 words (6 lines of text) covering the years 1570, 1607, 1620, 1635, 1649, 1675, 1676, 1683 and 1811 are included under the topic Early Ruyter History in all our PDF Extended History products and printed products wherever possible. Ruyter Spelling VariationsSpelling variations of this family name include: Ruiter, Ruyter, Ruijter, Deruyter, Deruiter, Rüters, Rüther and many more. Early Notables of the Ruyter familyFrom this era of Dutch history, those of this who distinguished themselves included
Some of the first settlers of this family name were: Ruyter Settlers in United States in the 17th Century
Ruyter Settlers in United States in the 18th Century
Ruyter Settlers in United States in the 19th Century
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