Russell Hoban, a writer of fantasy, science fiction and children's books.

Mark Hoban, a British politician.

Barry Hoban, a professional English cyclist.

James Hoban, the Irish architect who designed the White House in Washington, D.C.

Lillian Hoban, a children's author and artist.

Tana Hoban, a children's photographer.

Hoban "Wash" Washburne, a character in Firefly and Serenity

Archbishop Hoban High School, a Catholic, college preparatory high school located in Akron, Ohio.