List of colonial governors in 1638

This is a list of the governors of colonies, protectorates, or other dependencies in 1638. Where applicable, native rulers are also listed.

England

• Avalon – William Hill, Governor of Avalon (1634–1638)
• New England Governor General-Ferdinando Gorges {1639} {never took up position}
• Massachusetts Bay – John Winthrop (1637–1639)
• Newfoundland – David Kirke, Governor of Newfoundland (1638–1651)
• Plymouth
  1. William Bradford (1637–1638)
  2. Thomas Prence (1638–1639)

Portugal

• Angola – Francisco de Vasconcelos, Governor of Angola (1635–1639)

United Provinces

• New Netherland
  • Directors-General
    1. Wouter Van Twiller (1633–1638)
    2. Willem Kieft (1638–1647)