Britten is a surname. Notable people with the surname include:
Benjamin Britten (1913–1976), British composer, conductor, and pianist
Bill Britten, American actor best known for his portrayal of Bozo the Clown
Emma Hardinge Britten (1823–1899), spiritualist
Frederick A. Britten (1871–1946), U.S. Representative from Illinois
James Britten (1846–1925), English botanist
John Britten (1950–1995), New Zealand motorcycle designer
Linda Britten, Australian fashion designer
Mark Britten, American comedian with stage name "The Chinaman"
Rhonda Britten (born 1960), founder of the Fearless Living Institute
Roy John Britten (born 1919), American molecular biologist
Sébastien Britten (born 1970), Canadian figure skater
Terry Britten, English singer-songwriter
