Riess
# Riess

Riess or Rieß is a German surname. Notable people with the surname include:

* Adam Riess (contemporary), American astrophysicist
* Erwin Riess (1957–2023), Austrian playwright
* Fritz Riess (1922–1991), German Formula One race car driver
* Peter Riess (1804–1883), German Jewish physicist
* Lew Riess (1887–1946), American college sports coach
* Ludwig Riess (1861–1928), German-American historian and educator
* Ryan Riess (born 1990), American professional poker player and 2013 World Series of Poker Main Event champion
* Stefan Rieß (born 1988), German professional football player
* Susanne Riess-Passer (born 1961), Austrian politician
