Richter

Meaning

A judge or person who administers justice.

Etymology

Derived from the Middle High German 'richter,' from the Old High German 'rihtâri,' meaning judge. The term comes from the root 'riht,' meaning right or correct.

About the Richter Surname

Richter is an occupational surname indicating a judge or judicial official. The name reflects the importance of law and justice in medieval German-speaking societies.

Distribution

Found throughout German-speaking regions, with concentrations in areas with historical judicial significance.

People with the Richter Surname