United States sociologist (1902-1979)
"Robert Parsons, a prominent American sociologist known for his work on urbanization and social change, published several influential studies in the mid-twentieth century."
plural of parson
"The three parsons gathered in the rectory to discuss the upcoming church services."
A surname, from occupations.
"The local history book features a chapter dedicated to famous parsons who served as pastors in their communities."
Originally an occupational name for the son or servant of a parson, the term was later adopted in the United States by people with various similar-sounding Jewish and Scandinavian surnames like Pärsson and Persson.