Behn

Behn is a surname. Notable persons with that surname include:

  • Aphra Behn (c. 1640–1689), English prolific dramatist
  • Ari Behn (born 1972), Norwegian author, husband of Princess Märtha Louise of Norway
  • Hernan Behn, Puerto Rican businessman, brother of Sosthenes Behn
  • Harry Behn (1898–1973), also known as Giles Behn, American screenwriter and children's author
  • Jerry Behn (born 1954), American politician
  • Sosthenes Behn (1882–1957), Puerto Rican businessman, brother of Hernan Behn

Famous quotes containing the word behn:

    There is no sinner like a young saint.
    —Aphra Behn (1640–1689)

    Love ceases to be a pleasure, when it ceases to be a secret.
    —Aphra Behn (1640–1689)

    But ‘twas from mine, he took desire,
    Enough to undo the amorous world.
    —Aphra Behn (1640–1689)