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World Population Ranking by Country 2026

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World Population Rankings 2026 ๐ŸŒ

Understanding the population of the world is one of the most important indicators for studying demographics, economics, and global development. On this page, you will find a live ranking of all countries by population, updated regularly to reflect the latest statistics.

The worldโ€™s population continues to grow, but at different rates depending on each country. Some nations, such as China and India, remain at the top of the list with billions of people, while smaller countries and island states have populations of just a few thousand. This diversity makes global demographic studies both fascinating and essential.

Largest & Smallest Countries by Population in 2026 ๐Ÿ“Š

Through the ranking module above, you can instantly view the largest and smallest countries by population in 2026. The data is presented clearly to allow quick comparisons between nations. Each entry is linked to a dedicated page about the country, where you will find detailed information including its population growth, annual demographic changes, capital city, flag, and other useful facts.

What Population Trends Reveal ๐ŸŒ

Population trends are more than just numbers. They reflect migration, birth and death rates, urbanization, and economic opportunities. For example, countries in Africa are witnessing rapid growth, while some nations in Europe and East Asia are experiencing declining or aging populations. Tracking these changes helps researchers, students, and readers understand how the world is evolving.

Why This Ranking Matters ๐ŸŽฏ

This page is designed to be your starting point for exploring global population data. Whether you are a student, researcher, journalist, or simply curious about world demographics, the live table above combined with the articles on each country provides reliable insights in one place.

Stay updated with the latest demographic information and explore how every country fits into the bigger picture of the worldโ€™s 2026 population ranking. โœจ

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Today is Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Real-Time Population Statistics by Country

Total World Population: 8,214,597,911

Ranking Countries of the World by Population:

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Most developed countries:

  • 1 - Ukraine: 3.598%
  • 2 - Oman: 3.522%
  • 3 - Syria: 3.51%
  • 4 - Central African Republic: 3.343%
  • 5 - Somalia: 3.28%
  • 6 - Niger: 3.191%
  • 7 - Democratic Republic of the Congo: 3.184%
  • 8 - Sudan: 3.147%
  • 9 - Angola: 2.978%
  • 10 - Mali: 2.889%

Less developed countries:

  • 1 - Marshall Islands: -3.484%
  • 2 - Tuvalu: -1.517%
  • 3 - Montenegro: -1.515%
  • 4 - Lithuania: -1.503%
  • 5 - Estonia: -1.433%
  • 6 - Moldova: -1.362%
  • 7 - Czech Republic: -1.337%
  • 8 - Poland: -1.184%
  • 9 - Latvia: -1.132%
  • 10 - Jordan: -0.94%

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