Reiter is a surname of German and Austrian origin, derived from the Middle High German word 'reiter', meaning 'rider'. This name was originally an occupational surname for a horseman or knight, or perhaps a nickname for someone who was fond of riding horses. The name has been found in various spellings throughout Europe over time, including Reiter, Reiterer, and Reuter.
The name Reiter experienced a gap in popularity between 2011 and 2014, with 7 babies named Reiter born in 2011, but only 5 in 2014. Overall, there were 12 Reiter babies born during this period.