Famous Persons from Boteni, , Romania
- János Palkó - Born on June 11, 1904 - Non-fiction writer, and Teacher (died: October 1, 1959)
- Petre Țuțea - Born on October 6, 1902 - Philosopher, Economist, Jurist, and Politician - Knight Grand Officer of the Order of the Crown (Romania) | Knight of the Order of the Crown (Romania) | Knight of the Order of the Star of Romania (died: December 3, 1991)