John Rutherford facts for kids

John Rutherford is a name shared by several notable people, especially in sports and politics. When you see this name, it could be referring to a famous athlete, a politician, or someone else who made a difference in their field. This article will help you learn about some of the well-known individuals named John Rutherford.

Sports Stars Named John Rutherford

Many athletes have carried the name John Rutherford, making their mark in various sports.

Footballers and Rugby Players

• Jock Rutherford (1884–1963) was an English footballer. He was known for playing as an outside forward and had a long career, especially with Newcastle United.
• John Rutherford (footballer) (born 1907) was another English footballer. His career was mainly in the early 20th century.
• John Rutherford (rugby union) (born 1955) is a Scottish international rugby player. He played as a fly-half and represented Scotland in many important matches.

Cricketers

• John Rutherford (Hampshire cricketer) (1890–1943) was an English cricketer who played for Hampshire.
• John Rutherford (Cambridge University cricketer) (1935–2013) was another English cricketer, known for playing with Cambridge University.

Racing and Baseball Legends

• Johnny Rutherford (born 1938) is a famous retired American automobile racer. He is best known for winning the Indianapolis 500 race three times, in 1974, 1976, and 1980.
• Johnny Rutherford (baseball) (1925–2016) was a Major League Baseball pitcher. He played for teams like the Brooklyn Dodgers and the New York Giants.

Other Notable People Named John Rutherford

Beyond sports, the name John Rutherford has been held by important figures in medicine, politics, and academics.

Politicians and Public Servants

• Sir John Rutherford, 1st Baronet (1854–1932) was a British politician from the Conservative Party. He served as a Member of Parliament (MP) for Darwen from 1895 to 1922.
• Sir John Hugo Rutherford, 2nd Baronet (1887–1942) was also a British Conservative politician. He was an MP for Edge Hill from 1931 to 1935.
• John Rutherford (Conservative politician) (1904–1957) was another British Conservative politician who served as an MP for Edmonton from 1931 to 1935.
• John Rutherford (Florida politician) (born 1952) is an American politician. He currently serves as a U.S. representative for Florida's 4th congressional district.
• John Gunion Rutherford (1857–1923) was a Canadian veterinarian, a civil servant, and also a politician. He played a key role in animal health in Canada.

Academics and Physicians

• John Rutherford (physician) (1695–1779) was a Scottish professor of medicine. He was a very important figure in medical education in Scotland and was the father of Daniel Rutherford, who discovered nitrogen.
• John D. Rutherford (born 1941) is a respected academic and a fellow at The Queen's College, Oxford. He is well-known for translating the famous Spanish novel Don Quixote into English.

See also

• John Rutherfoord (1792–1866), who was a governor of Virginia.
• John Rutherfoord (1861–1942), a Virginia state legislator and judge.
• Jack Rutherford (disambiguation)