Derby has produced a number of well-known philosophers, molecular biologists, preachers, political leaders, economists and several other personalities from other spheres. Our list of famous people from Derby includes Herbert Spencer, Richard J. Roberts, John Cotton, George Curzon, 1st Marquess Curzon of Kedleston, John A. Hobson, and many others.

Famous People Born In Derby

Herbert SpencerHerbert Spencer
27 April 1820, British
Philosopher
Richard J. RobertsRichard J. Roberts
06 September 1943, British
Biochemist, Molecular Biologist

John CottonJohn Cotton
04 December 1585, British, American
Theologian & Preacher

George Curzon, 1st Marquess Curzon of KedlestonGeorge Curzon, 1st Marquess Curzon of Kedleston
11 January 1859, British
Viceroy

John A. HobsonJohn A. Hobson
06 July 1858, British
Economist

Usman AhmedUsman Ahmed
21 November 1981, British
Boxer
Joseph Wright of DerbyJoseph Wright of Derby
03 September 1734, British
Painter, Artist

John TamsJohn Tams
16 February 1949, British
Actor, Songwriter, Singer, Record producer,

Tony FranklinTony Franklin
02 April 1962, British
musician, guitarist