The surname Honeycutt is shared by many notable individuals across diverse fields, demonstrating its presence in American public life and beyond. Among its prominent bearers are numerous athletes, including Olympic fencer Francis Honeycutt (1883–1940), basketball players Jerald Honeycutt and Tyler Honeycutt (1990–2018), baseball player and coach Rick Honeycutt, and young racing driver Kaden Honeycutt. Beyond sports, the name is associated with significant contributions in science and public service by figures like former NASA administrator Jay F. Honeycutt and politician Deborah Honeycutt (born 1947).

The Honeycutt name also appears in the entertainment world, notably with journalist and filmmaker Heidi Honeycutt, and fictional characters such as Emmett Honeycutt from Queer as Folk and Matthew Honeycutt from The Vampire Diaries. Intriguingly, the surname's reach extends even into space, with an asteroid designated 5536 Honeycutt.