The Most Brilliant Child in the World, Ranked

Voting rules: Choose the child you think is the most brilliant!

Updated on May 18, 2024 07:03

Identifying the most brilliant child in the world can present an intriguing perspective on the advancements and capacities young minds can reach. Through voter participation, such a classification gathers collective opinions, highlighting those who showcase extraordinary abilities or accomplishments at a tender age. This process can significantly assist in recognizing emerging talents and intellects globally. By casting a vote on this list, users contribute to a broader acknowledgment of young prodigies, encouraging them to continue their endeavors and potentially inspire others. This dynamic tally does not merely chart current standings but also reflects ongoing appreciation and support for youthful brilliance. Each vote plays a crucial role in shaping perceptions and can influence opportunities and motivations for these remarkable youngsters.

Who Is the Most Brilliant Child in the World?

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Kim Ung-yong

Kim Ung-yong is with a verified IQ of 210, he is recognized as the world's most intelligent person. He was a child prodigy and is now a civil engineer and professor.
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Akrit Jaswal

Akrit Jaswal is at the age of seven, he performed surgery on a young girl's burned hand. He is now a medical student at the age of 26.
Akrit Jaswal in other rankings
- Position 4 of 10 in Most brilliant student in the world
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Alia Sabur

Alia Sabur is completed her Ph.D. in engineering at the age of 19 and is now a professor at Konkuk University in South Korea.
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Gregory Smith

Gregory Smith is a child prodigy who began speaking at the age of 6 months and attended college at the age of 10. He now works as a motivational speaker and advocate for children's rights.
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Akshay Venkatesh

Akshay Venkatesh is a mathematician who won the Fields Medal, the most prestigious award in mathematics, at the age of 36. He displayed exceptional mathematical abilities from a very young age.
Akshay Venkatesh in other rankings
- Position 7 of 10 in Most brilliant student in the world
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Ruth Lawrence

Ruth Lawrence is at the age of 13, she became the youngest person to graduate from Oxford University with a degree in mathematics. She is now a professor of mathematics at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem.
Ruth Lawrence in other rankings
- Position 4 of 10 in Most brilliant girl in the world
- Position 5 of 10 in Most brilliant student in the world
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Adora Svitak

Adora Svitak is a child prodigy who began writing at the age of 4 and gave her first TED talk at the age of 12. She is now a successful author and public speaker.
Adora Svitak in other rankings
- Position 2 of 10 in Most talented child on Earth
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Tanishq Abraham

Tanishq Abraham is at the age of 9, he became the youngest person to be accepted into high school in the United States. He is also a talented musician and public speaker.
Tanishq Abraham in other rankings
- Position 4 of 10 in Most talented child on Earth
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Shouryya Ray

Shouryya Ray is a mathematician who solved two mathematical problems that had been unsolved for decades at the age of 16. He is now a researcher at the Technical University of Munich.
Shouryya Ray in other rankings
- Position 9 of 10 in Most talented child on Earth
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Lauren Marbe

Lauren Marbe is at the age of 16, she scored 161 on an IQ test, putting her in the top 0.1% of the population. She is now a successful model and television presenter.
Lauren Marbe in other rankings
- Position 10 of 10 in Most talented child on Earth

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This is a community-based ranking of the most brilliant child in the world. We do our best to provide fair voting, but it is not intended to be exhaustive. So if you notice something or child is missing, feel free to help improve the ranking!

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Voting Rules

A participant may cast an up or down vote for each child once every 24 hours. The rank of each child is then calculated from the weighted sum of all up and down votes.

More information on most brilliant child in the world

Child prodigies have always fascinated people around the world. These exceptional children possess remarkable talents and abilities, beyond their years, in various fields such as music, mathematics, science, and literature. Some child prodigies have even become world-renowned figures and have contributed greatly to their respective fields. The question of who is the most brilliant child in the world is a complex one, as brilliance can be measured in different ways. However, there are some exceptional children whose achievements and talents have earned them international recognition as some of the most brilliant children in the world. StrawPoll provides a platform for people to share their opinions and vote for who they believe to be the most brilliant child in the world.