Rörer

Rörer is a surname of German origin. It is believed to derive from a Middle High German occupational name, possibly related to "roren" meaning to stir or to make noise, or it could be a topographic name referring to a place with reeds. The name is found in various German-speaking regions.

Notable individuals with the surname Rörer include Georg Rörer, a 19th-century German composer and organist. Another prominent figure is Johann Rörer, a German Protestant theologian and reformer who was a close associate of Martin Luther. He played a significant role in the early days of the Protestant Reformation, particularly in Wittenberg.

The distribution of the surname Rörer is primarily concentrated in Germany, with smaller populations in neighboring countries and areas with historical German migration. As with many surnames, variations in spelling may exist across different historical periods and regions. The precise etymological origins can be complex and subject to scholarly interpretation.