John Watson is a common name. Some of the more notable John Watsons include:

• John Watson, psychologist (1878-1958), pioneer of behaviorism
• John Watson, race car driver for McLaren who won the 1981 British Grand Prix at Silverstone [1]
• John Watson , chess player and author
• John Watson, VC, recipient of the Victoria Cross
• Senator John Watson is the longest-serving member of the Australian Senate.

Also

• John Watson, M.D., fictional sidekick of Sherlock Holmes

See also: Johnny "Guitar" Watson.