Rettenbachs

Rettenbachs refers to several geographical locations and a surname, primarily found in German-speaking countries. In Austria, there are multiple municipalities named Rettenbach. For example, Rettenbach in Upper Austria is a municipality in the district of Freistadt. Another Rettenbach is located in the district of Grieskirchen, also in Upper Austria. In Bavaria, Germany, there is also a municipality named Rettenbach in the district of Cham. These places are typically rural communities, often characterized by agriculture and scenic landscapes.

The surname Rettenbach is derived from these place names, indicating a toponymic origin. Individuals bearing the surname Rettenbach likely have ancestral ties to one of these locations. Like many surnames, its distribution and prominence would vary regionally. Information on notable individuals with the surname Rettenbach would require specific biographical research. The etymology of the name itself likely relates to a stream or brook ("Bach") that is either steep or fast-flowing ("retten" can imply rushing or steepness in some regional dialects).