Magowan is a surname. Notable people with the surname include:
Alistair Magowan (born 1955), British Anglican bishop David Magowan (born 1983), Northern Ireland footballer John MaGowan (born 1941), Northern Ireland darts player John Hall Magowan (died 1951), British diplomat Kate Magowan (born 1975), English actress Ken Magowan (born 1981), Canadian ice hockey player Peter Magowan (1942–2019) Peter Magowan (lawyer) (1762–1810), Canadian politician Robert Magowan, Royal Marines Officer Samuel Magowan (1910–1976), Northern Ireland politician
See also McGowan