Luetke

Luetke is a surname of German origin. It is a non-diacritic variant of the name Lütke, with the umlaut ü rendered as 'ue' in contexts where umlauts are not used. The spelling Luetke appears in historical and contemporary records in Germany and among German-descended populations abroad.

Distribution and records. The surname appears in civil, parish, and immigration records from the 18th through the 20th centuries, especially in North America and parts of Europe with German heritage. Variants include Lutke and Lütke depending on the orthographic conventions of the record-keeper.

Origin and meaning. Like many German surnames, Luetke likely originated as a patronymic or as a diminutive form associated with a given name, or as a regional toponymic designation. Specific regional roots can vary and may require genealogical research for individual families.

Notability. There is no widely recognized list of notable people bearing the surname Luetke in standard reference works; the name is primarily encountered in genealogical contexts rather than contemporary public life.

See also. Lütke, Lutke.