Wistar Institute, a biomedical research center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, named after the physician.
Caspar Wistar Bell (February 2, 1819 - October 27, 1898) was a prominent Confederate politician.
The 71st participated in the Peninsular Campaign of 1862, although it isn't clear whether Wistar was actually present; at the Battle of Seven Pines (May 31 and June 1) the regiment was led by its major, and during the Seven Days Battles (June 30 and July 1) commanded by its lieutenant colonel.
Julius Wistar "Pinky" Babb (born in Princeton, South Carolina) is one of the nation's most storied high school football coaches.