Rytter Name Meaning, Origin and Heraldry

Rytter is a branch of the Ritter name tree.

Its meaning, shared with Ritter, is “Knight, or rider”. Only a small detail separates the spellings: Rytter has “y” where Ritter has “i”. Before spelling was standardised, one family could appear under several forms. Other spellings include Ritters and Ridter.

Heraldry and the Rytter name

Looking for a Rytter coat of arms? Arms were granted to families, not to surnames, and our research shows which heraldic tradition fits yours. Names that sound alike, such as Reutter, are easily confused in old records.

Research your Rytter family history with a full surname report and painted coat of arms.