Taunton is a surname, and may refer to:
Ethelred Taunton (1857–1907), English Roman Catholic priest and historical writer Hannah Taunton (born 1991), British paralympic athlete John Taunton (1769–1821), English surgeon Kristen Taunton (born 1977), Canadian field hockey player Larry Taunton (born 1967), American author Peter Taunton, CEO of Snap Fitness Sam Taunton, Australian comedian and television presenter Scott Taunton (born 1971), Australian media executive Sussan Taunton (born 1970), Chilean actress William de Taunton (fl. 1261), Bishop of Winchester William Elias Taunton (bapt.1772–1835), British judge