TheNameDBRector
OccupationalMeaning
Derived from the Latin 'rector,' meaning ruler or director, referring to a parish priest or church official.
Etymology
The surname comes directly from the Latin 'rector,' which was used in medieval England to denote a parish priest or head of a church. It likely originated as an occupational surname for someone who held this position.
About the Rector Surname
An English occupational surname derived from the Latin term for a parish priest or church official. The name reflects the medieval ecclesiastical hierarchy and has been present in England since at least the 12th century.
Distribution
Found in England and English-speaking countries, with presence in the United States and Commonwealth nations.
Notable Bearers
James Rector (various professionals), limited historical documentation