John Kent was a Muggle greengrocer who owned John Kent Fruiterers.
Etymology
The name "John" is the English form of Iohannes, the Latin form of the Greek name Ιωαννης (Ioannes), itself derived from the Hebrew name יוֹחָנָן (Yochanan) meaning "Yahweh is gracious".
Behind the scenes
- He is possibly the father of witch Mary Cattermole, as Mary's parents were both Muggles and greengrocers.
Appearances
- Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (film) (Name seen on sign)
- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows (Possible mention)