People
- Arlo Hemphill (b. 1971), American explorer, ocean conservationist and film actor
- George Hemphill (b. 1951), American art dealer and photography specialist
- Greg Hemphill (b. 1970), Scottish comedian
- Henry Hemphill (1830–1914), American malacologist
- Jessie Mae Hemphill (1923–2006), pioneering electric guitarist
- John Hemphill (senator), American politician
- John Hemphill (comedian), American comedian
- Julius Hemphill (1938-1995), jazz saxophonist, founder of the World Saxophone Quartet
- Mark W. Hemphill, railroader
- Maureen Hemphill (b. 1937), Canadian politician
- Ryan Hemphill (b. 1981), NASCAR driver
- Shirley Hemphill (1947-1999), American comedic actress
- William Hemphill (1842–1902), American businessman and politician
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