Kermit Goell (1915 – December 4, 1997) was an American songwriter and archaeologist born in Brooklyn. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture from Cornell University and served in the Army Air Forces during World War II. As an amateur archaeologist, Goell participated in excavations of ancient sites in Turkey alongside his sister, Theresa Goell, who was also an archaeologist.

In the music world, Goell was known for his contributions as a songwriter. He co-wrote "Huggin' and Chalkin'" with Clancy Hayes, a song recorded by artists such as Kay Kyser, Hoagy Carmichael, and Johnny Mercer. Another notable work was "One Finger Melody," which became a hit for Frank Sinatra. Goell was also the lyricist for the 1947 hit "Near You," composed by Francis Craig. This song was popularized by Craig and his band, the Andrews Sisters, and pianist Roger Williams.

Goell's career was not without controversy. In 1947, he faced legal disputes regarding the authorship of "Near You" and "Huggin' and Chalkin'." Additionally, he wrote a musical titled "Pocahontas," which ran for 12 performances at the Lyric Theatre in Hammersmith in 1963. The musical faced criticism and funding issues, notably from George V. Allen, President of the Tobacco Institute, who disapproved of its portrayal of Pocahontas.

Despite these challenges, Kermit Goell left a mark in both the music and archaeological fields, remembered for his diverse talents and contributions.