January 21
Geniuses Born on January 21
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🧠Average IQ of geniuses born on this day: 168
🌍Most represented country: United States (2)
📅Eras: Modern (3), 19th Century (1)

Geniuses Born on January 21

4 geniuses born on January 21 — including Pitirim Sorokin, Paul Allen, and more. Explore their biographies, IQ scores, and achievements.

Pitirim SorokinIQ 175
1889–1968 · Russia
Leaves of a Russian Diar
A Russian-American sociologist and political activist, who contributed to the social cycle theory.
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Paul AllenIQ 160
1953–2018 · United States
Co-founder of Microsoft
American businessman, investor and philanthropist best known for being Microsoft Co-Founder
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Plácido Domingo
b. 1941 · Spain
A Spanish opera singer, conductor and arts administrator.
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Ashton Eaton
b. 1988 · United States
Holding the world record in the indoor heptathlon
A retired American decathlete and two-time Olympic champion, who holds the world record in the indoor heptathlon event.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which geniuses were born on January 21?

Pitirim Sorokin, Paul Allen, Plácido Domingo, Ashton Eaton — 4 geniuses in total share this birthday.

What is the zodiac sign for January 21?

aquarius is the zodiac sign for people born on January 21.

What is the average IQ of geniuses born on January 21?

Among the 2 geniuses with known IQ scores born on this date, the average estimated IQ is 168.

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