There are
605
Ruegers in the USA
Rueger is the
36900th
most common last name in the USA

Historical figures and celebrities called Rueger

EgonRuege

Egon Ruege was a German painter known for his landscapes and cityscapes, often depicting scenes from his hometown of Hamburg.

HansRueger

Hans Rueger was a German mathematician who made significant contributions to the field of algebraic geometry.

KurtRuegger

Kurt Ruegger was a Swiss journalist and writer who focused on political and social issues in Switzerland and Europe.

Marie-LuiseRueger

Marie-Luise Rueger was a Swiss actress known for her performances in both film and theater.

OttoRueger

Otto Rueger was an Austrian composer and conductor who composed numerous symphonies, operas, and chamber music.

JakobRuegg

Jakob Ruegg was a Swiss historian and author who specialized in the history of the canton of Zurich.

ElisabethRueger

Elisabeth Rueger was a German actress who starred in several German films during the 1950s and 1960s.

RudolfRueger

Rudolf Rueger was an Austrian painter known for his expressionist style and his use of bold colors.

KarlRueger

Karl Rueger was an Austrian politician who served as the Mayor of Vienna from 1951 to 1957.

FritzRuegg

Fritz Ruegg was a Swiss footballer who played as a goalkeeper for various Swiss clubs and the Swiss national team.

Rueger Genealogy

OriginsThe surname 'Rueger' is of German origin. It is derived from the Middle High German word 'ruger,' which means 'rustic' or 'stern.' The name may have originally been a nickname for someone with a rough or serious demeanor.
Geographic DistributionThe surname 'Rueger' is most commonly found in Germany, especially in the states of Bavaria, Baden-Württemberg, and Hesse. It is also found in neighboring countries such as Austria, Switzerland, and Luxembourg.
VariationsVariations of the surname 'Rueger' include 'Ruger,' 'Ruegge,' 'Ruegger,' 'Rugen,' 'Ruege,' 'Rugel,' 'Ruggerio,' 'Ruggeri,' 'Ruegg,' and 'Ruegerin.'
Migration and ImmigrationThere have been instances of migration and immigration of people with the surname 'Rueger,' particularly to countries with German-speaking populations, such as the United States, Canada, and Brazil.