The Most Famous Amish Person, Ranked

Voting rules: Choose the person you think is the most famous!

Updated on May 18, 2024 07:04

Determining the most prominent Amish individuals offers a unique insight into a community that prefers anonymity and simplicity. By highlighting these figures, it provides outsiders with a glimpse into the cultural, technological, and entrepreneurial contributions that emerge from within Amish communities. This ranking serves not only to educate but to bridge the gap between diverse cultures through understanding and appreciation. Visitors of the site have the opportunity to cast their votes and influence the rankings. This dynamic engagement allows the list to reflect a collective viewpoint, acknowledging individuals who have impacted both their communities and broader society. Your participation helps to shape this evolving list and enhances the representation of Amish achievements in the global landscape.

Who Is the Most Famous Amish Person?

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Jacob Amman

The founder of the Amish movement and considered the most famous Amish person.
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53
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John A. Hostetler

A prominent Amish scholar and author of numerous books on the Amish.
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31
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Emma Gingerich

A former Amish woman who wrote a memoir about her experiences leaving the community.
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16
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Mary Schmucker

A cast member on the reality TV show "Breaking Amish."
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17
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Levi Stoltzfus

Another cast member on "Breaking Amish."
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10
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Miriam and Aaron Zehr

Two of the main characters in the documentary film "The Amish: Shunned."
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10
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Kate Stoltzfus

A former cast member on the reality TV show "Breaking Amish" who went on to become a model and actress.
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9
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Suzanne Woods Fisher

An Amish romance author who has written over 30 books.
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8
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David Luthy

An Amish historian and author of several books on Amish history and culture.
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Mahlon L. Miller

An Amish bishop and author of "The Amish and the State."

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Ranking factors for famous person

Contribution to Amish community

The person's contributions to the Amish community, such as their involvement in church activities, community events, and leadership roles.
Public visibility

The person's public visibility and media coverage, which can include their appearances on TV shows, documentaries, and news articles.
Achievements and accomplishments

The person's achievements and accomplishments, such as their success in business, education, or other fields.
Cultural impact

The person's impact on Amish culture, including their influence on traditional practices and beliefs.
Overall reputation

The person's overall reputation within the Amish community and their perceived level of respect and admiration from other Amish individuals and groups.

About this ranking

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

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

More information on most famous amish person

The Amish community is known for their simple lifestyle and adherence to traditional values. With a population of approximately 350,000 in the United States and Canada, the Amish have become a subject of fascination for many. Despite their strict beliefs, some individuals within the community have gained notoriety in popular culture. In this poll, we aim to determine who is the most famous Amish person, from those who have achieved recognition outside of their tight-knit community.