About Rettke
The surname Rettke is of German origin and is derived from the personal name Retho or Rethke, which itself is a diminutive form of the name Rethard. The name Rethard is composed of the elements "rad," meaning counsel or advice, and "hard," meaning brave or strong. Therefore, the surname Rettke can be interpreted to mean "son of Retho" or "descendant of Rethard," indicating a familial connection to someone with the given name Retho or Rethard.
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The surname Rettke is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Rettke 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 Rettke in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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