About Ritt
The surname Ritt is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "ritter," meaning "knight." It is an occupational surname that was originally given to individuals who served as knights or had a connection to knighthood. Over time, the surname Ritt may have also been used to denote someone who possessed knightly qualities or was associated with the nobility.
The surname Ritt is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Ritt 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 Ritt in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
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