Which nations produced history's greatest minds? Data on 1091 geniuses across 67 countries.
| Country | Geniuses ▼ | Avg IQ | Highest IQ | Top Genius |
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This table shows the distribution of 1091 recognized geniuses across 67 countries, based on their birthplace or primary nationality. IQ scores are estimated based on historical records, achievements, and expert assessments.
Note: Historical figures may be attributed to modern country names that didn't exist during their lifetime (e.g., Ancient Greek philosophers are listed under Greece).
Which country has the most geniuses?
The United States leads with 216 geniuses, followed by France, the United Kingdom, and Germany.
Which country has the highest average IQ?
Among countries with multiple geniuses, Austria, Hungary, and Greece show the highest average IQ scores in our database.