About Rotter
The surname Rotter is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word "rotter," meaning "rat-catcher" or "rat-killer." It is an occupational surname that was likely given to individuals who were skilled in catching or exterminating rats. The name may have also been used metaphorically to describe someone who was cunning or shrewd.
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The surname Rotter is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Rotter 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 Rotter in Braille, each pattern of raised dots corresponds to a letter in the name.
The image below shows how you can spell Rotter using American Sign Language (ASL). In sign language, each hand shape corresponds to a specific a letter of the name.