About Rettew
The surname Rettew is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "retten," meaning "to save" or "to rescue." It is believed to have originally been a nickname or occupational name for someone who worked as a rescuer or savior. Over time, the name Rettew became a hereditary surname passed down through generations.
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The surname Rettew is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Rettew based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent Rettew in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Rettew using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.