Riegle

Riegle is a surname of German origin. It is a relatively uncommon name, though it is found primarily in North America, particularly the United States.

The name is believed to be derived from a topographic name for someone who lived near a furrow, ditch, or trench, from the Middle High German word "riegel" meaning "bar," "bolt," or "furrow." It could also be an occupational name for someone who made bolts or bars.

Notable people with the surname Riegle include:

• Donald W. Riegle Jr. (born 1938): An American politician who served as a U.S. Representative and a U.S. Senator from Michigan. He is particularly known for his role in investigating the Savings and Loan crisis of the 1980s and 1990s as chairman of the Senate Banking Committee.

The surname Riegle is not typically associated with any specific region or cultural group beyond its German origins and subsequent migration to other countries. Genealogical research may be required to trace specific family histories and origins associated with the name.