John Penn may refer to:
- John Penn ("the American") (1700–1746), Pennsylvania proprietor, only son of William Penn born in America
- John Penn (governor) (1729–1795), colonial governor of Pennsylvania, grandson of William Penn, son of Richard Penn, Sr
- John Penn (writer) (1760–1834), another grandson of William Penn, known as "John of Stoke", son of Thomas Penn
- John Penn (Continental Congress) (1741–1788), Continental Congressman from North Carolina, signer of the Declaration of Independence
- John Penn (engineer) (1805–1878), British marine engine engineer
- John Penn (MP) (1848–1903), MP for Lewisham 1891–1903
- John Penn (architect) (1921–2007), British architect
- Jack Penn (1909–1996), surgeon
- John Garrett Penn (1932–2007), United States federal judge
- John Penne, MP for Melcombe Regis (UK Parliament constituency)
Famous quotes containing the words john and/or penn:
“Well, on the official record you’re my son. But on this post you’re just another trooper. You heard me tell the recruits what I need from them. Twice that I will expect from you.... You’ve chosen my way of life. I hope you have the guts enough to endure it. But put outa your mind any romantic ideas that it’s a way to glory. It’s a life of suffering and of hardship and uncompromising devotion to your oath and your duty.”
—James Kevin McGuinness, and John Ford. Lt. Col. Kirby Yorke (John Wayne)
“Men are generally more careful of the breed of their horses and dogs than of their children.”
—William Penn (1644–1718)