Summary

The surname Rohrer is of German origin and is derived from the term 'roh' which means 'raw' or 'unprocessed' and 'herr' which means 'master' or 'lord'. It can be traced back to medieval times when it was used to identify a person who worked with raw or unprocessed goods. The Rohrer family has a long history of craftsmanship and is known for their skills in various trades.
There are
7750
Rohrers in the USA
Rohrer is the
4580th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Rohrer

JimRohrer

Jim Rohrer is a former American politician who served as a member of the Maryland House of Delegates from 1995 to 2007.

JohnRohrer

John Rohrer is an American entrepreneur and co-founder of the health and wellness company, Genuine Health.

MaryLou

Mary Lou Rohrer was an American hurdler and long jumper who won a gold medal in the 1968 Summer Olympics.

FredRohrer

Fred Rohrer was a Swiss astronomer known for his work on the orbit of Vesta, an asteroid in the solar system.

WalterRohrer

Walter Rohrer was a Swiss artist known for his abstract paintings and sculptures.

SusanRohrer

Susan Rohrer is an American actress who has appeared in various films and television shows.

KatherineRohrer

Katherine Rohrer is an American journalist and author known for her investigative reporting.

OliverRohrer

Oliver Rohrer is a German footballer who has played for various clubs in the Bundesliga.

AnnaRohrer

Anna Rohrer is an American long-distance runner who competed in the 2016 Olympics.

HenryRohrer

Henry Rohrer was a Swiss politician who served as a member of the Swiss Federal Assembly.

Rohrer Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Rohrer' is of German origin, derived from the occupational name for a wheelwright or cartwright. It is derived from the Middle High German word 'rōrer,' which means 'wheel' or 'cart.'
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Rohrer' is most commonly found in Germany and Switzerland. It is also present in other German-speaking countries such as Austria and Liechtenstein.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Rohrer' include 'Rorer,' 'Rohrback,' 'Ruhier,' 'Rohner,' 'Rahr,' 'Rohrkaste,' 'Ror,' 'Nahr,' and 'Ramer.'
Migration and ImmigrationThe name 'Rohrer' may have been carried by immigrants from German-speaking countries to other parts of the world, including the United States, during periods of migration and immigration.