Human (surname)
Human is a surname of German, English or Persian origin which is particularly common in South Africa, the United States, Australia, or Iran. In Persian, the surname "Human" is distinct from the English term "human," pronounced as /huːˈmæn/ without the "y" glide found in English. It carries cultural connotations of nobility, wisdom, and virtue within Persian tradition. The surname may refer to:
- Ahmad Human, Iranian jurist and politician
- Daan Human, South African rugby union footballer
- John Human, English cricketer
- Kost Human, South African rugby league footballer
- Pote Human, South African rugby union footballer
- Roger Human, English cricketer
- Shirene Human, South African figure skater