Rauscher

Rauscher may refer to several things. In the context of family names, Rauscher is a surname of German origin. It is believed to derive from the Middle High German word "rûschen," meaning to rustle or to make a rushing sound, potentially describing a profession related to noise or movement, or perhaps a characteristic of a place.

As a surname, Rauscher has been documented in various German-speaking regions for centuries. Notable individuals with the surname Rauscher exist across different fields, including science, arts, and sports.

In a different context, Rauscher can also be a term used in Austria and Bavaria to describe a type of wine, specifically a young or unfiltered wine that is often cloudy and can have a slightly tart or effervescent quality. This type of wine is typically consumed shortly after fermentation. The name itself relates to the "rushing" sound of the wine being poured or its effervescence. This regional beverage is a part of traditional wine culture in those areas.