There are
1851
Rothers in the USA
Rother is the
15748th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Rother

MartinRother

Martin Rother is a German author known for his travel guides and adventure books, such as 'Rother Wanderführer' and 'Rother Trekkingführer.'

WilhelmRother

Wilhelm Rother was a German artist and painter associated with the Düsseldorf school of painting.

RudolfRother

Rudolf Rother was a German football player who played as a midfielder for several clubs, including Bayer Leverkusen and VfL Bochum.

RenateRother

Renate Rother is a German politician and member of the Social Democratic Party (SPD). She has served in various political positions, including as a member of the Bundestag.

AndreasRother

Andreas Rother is a German physicist and professor known for his research in the field of solid-state physics, particularly in the area of magnetic materials.

HeinrichRother

Heinrich Rother was a German composer and conductor known for his works in the classical music genre, including symphonies, operas, and chamber music.

KlausRother

Klaus Rother is a German architect known for his modernist architectural designs and contributions to urban planning projects in Germany.

CarolaRother

Carola Rother is a German journalist and author known for her works on social issues, women's rights, and political commentary.

WernerRother

Werner Rother was a German actor known for his roles in film, television, and theater productions in Germany.

UlrichRother

Ulrich Rother is a German historian and professor known for his research on the history of the European Union and the process of European integration.

Rother Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Rother' is of German origin and is derived from the Middle High German word 'roter,' meaning 'red.' It is a topographic or locational surname that originally referred to someone who lived near a red-colored river or stream.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Rother' is most commonly found in Germany, particularly in the states of Bavaria, North Rhine-Westphalia, and Lower Saxony. It is also found in other German-speaking countries such as Austria and Switzerland.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Rother' include 'Rothers,' 'Rothera,' and 'Rotheray.'
Migration and ImmigrationThe migration and immigration of people with the surname 'Rother' have been primarily within German-speaking regions, with some individuals emigrating to other countries as part of individual migration or for economic reasons.