Ranger

Occupational

Meaning

A person who patrols or guards a forest, park, or territory.

Etymology

Derived from Old French 'ranger' meaning 'to arrange' or 'to patrol,' combined with the agent suffix '-er'. The surname identifies someone employed as a ranger or guardian of lands.

About the Ranger Surname

Ranger is an occupational surname indicating someone who worked as a ranger or forest guard. It remains moderately common in English-speaking regions.

Distribution

Found in England, France, and English-speaking countries.

Notable Bearers

Unknown

People with the Ranger Surname

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