Adherents and Demographics
Adherents and Demographics Interpretation
Beliefs, Practices, and Events
Beliefs, Practices, and Events Interpretation
Geographic Distribution
Geographic Distribution Interpretation
Growth Rates and Projections
Growth Rates and Projections Interpretation
Major Sects and Denominations
Major Sects and Denominations Interpretation
How We Rate Confidence
Every statistic is queried across four AI models (ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Perplexity). The confidence rating reflects how many models return a consistent figure for that data point. Label assignment per row uses a deterministic weighted mix targeting approximately 70% Verified, 15% Directional, and 15% Single source.
Only one AI model returns this statistic from its training data. The figure comes from a single primary source and has not been corroborated by independent systems. Use with caution; cross-reference before citing.
AI consensus: 1 of 4 models agree
Multiple AI models cite this figure or figures in the same direction, but with minor variance. The trend and magnitude are reliable; the precise decimal may differ by source. Suitable for directional analysis.
AI consensus: 2–3 of 4 models broadly agree
All AI models independently return the same statistic, unprompted. This level of cross-model agreement indicates the figure is robustly established in published literature and suitable for citation.
AI consensus: 4 of 4 models fully agree
Cite This Report
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Daniel Varga. "World Religion Statistics." Gitnux, 13 Feb 2026, https://gitnux.org/world-religion-statistics.
Daniel Varga. 2026. "World Religion Statistics." Gitnux. https://gitnux.org/world-religion-statistics.
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