Rüütel
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| Origin | |
|---|---|
| Language(s) | Estonian |
| Meaning | Knight |
| Region of origin | Estonia |
| Other names | |
| Variant form(s) | Knight |
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Rüütel is an Estonian surname (meaning knight). Notable people with the surname include:
- Arnold Rüütel (born 1928), politician, President of Estonia 2001–2006
- Ingrid Rüütel (born 1935), folklorist and philologist, First Lady of Estonia 2001–2006, wife of President Arnold Rüütel
- Kai Rüütel (born 1981), opera singer
- Margit Rüütel (born 1983), tennis player
- Raido Rüütel (born 1951), racing driver
