Greek Speakers Population Statistics

In this post, we explore the global distribution and prevalence of Greek speakers across various countries. From the significant Greek-speaking populations in countries like Australia and the United States to the lesser-known Greek-speaking communities in places like South Africa and Armenia, the diversity and reach of the Greek language are truly remarkable. Let’s delve into the fascinating statistics that shed light on the widespread presence of Greek speakers worldwide.

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"Approximately 13.4 million people speak Greek globally."

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"It is estimated that about 300,000 people of Greek ancestry in Australia speak Greek."

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"In the US, it is estimated that there are approximately 1.3 million people of Greek roots with a considerable number being Greek speakers."

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"In 2012, an estimated 477,706 people in Canada reported Greek as their mother tongue."

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"Around 200,000 Greeks migrated to the UK over the past six decades, making it home to thousands of Greek speakers."

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"Roughly 167,000 people speak Greek in Melbourne, Australia, making it the third most spoken language in the city."

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"Greek is spoken by 1.2% of the population in Brussels, Belgium."

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"Metropolitan Toronto in Canada is home to between 80,000 and 120,000 Greek speakers."

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"In South Africa, Greek is spoken by around 13,275 people."

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"There are 81K Greek speakers in the U.S. according to the 2019 American Community Survey by the U.S. Census Bureau."

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"Approximately 0.5% of the population in Australia speaks Greek, according to the 2016 census."

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"In 2016, it was reported that 6.1% of the population in Cyprus had Greek as a second language."

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"Greek is spoken by 1.3% of the population in Albania."

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"Greek language is reported to be spoken by 1.3% of the population in Italy."

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"15,000 people in Armenia reported Greek to be their first language in 2002."

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"Greek is spoken by 0.2% of the population in Egypt."

In conclusion, the statistics illustrate that Greek is spoken by a significant number of people globally, with notable communities in countries such as Australia, the US, Canada, the UK, Belgium, South Africa, Cyprus, Albania, Italy, Armenia, and Egypt. The presence of Greek speakers in various regions highlights the widespread influence and importance of the Greek language and culture across different parts of the world. Additionally, the varying percentages of Greek speakers within these populations reflect the diverse linguistic landscape and historical ties that connect these individuals to the Greek language.