Qvist is a surname of Scandinavian origin. People with the surname include:

• Anders Qvist (born 1987), Danish professional football defender
• Arthur Qvist (1896–1973), Norwegian horse rider and Olympic athlete; also Norwegian Commander of the Norwegian Volunteer SS Legion in World War II
• Eetu Qvist (born 1983), Finnish former ice hockey player
• Gabriella Qvist (born 2003), Danish curler
• Lasse Qvist (born 1987), Danish football player
• Mikael Qvist, Danish curler and coach
• Ole Qvist (born 1950), former Danish international footballer
• Trine Qvist (born 1966), Danish curler and Olympic medalist