TheNameDBRaker
OccupationalMeaning
A person who uses a rake, typically in agriculture or gardening.
Etymology
Derived from the Old English and Middle English 'rake,' a tool for gathering hay or leaves, combined with the agent suffix '-er'. The surname identifies someone who performed this labor.
About the Raker Surname
This occupational surname originated in medieval agricultural communities. It reflects the common practice of naming individuals after their trade or labor.
Distribution
Found in England, Germany, and English-speaking countries.
Notable Bearers
Unknown