Khalid of Saudi Arabia
1911 – 1982King of Saudi Arabia from 1975-1982 who maintained stability during regional turmoil including the Iranian Revolution.
Famous Birthdays on February 13
14 notable people were born on February 13.
February 13 marks the birth of 14 notable individuals in history, featuring influential leaders and literary figures. Prominent people born on this day include Indian independence activist and poet Sarojini Naidu (1879), Belgian crime novelist Georges Simenon (1903), King Khalid of Saudi Arabia (1911), Burmese independence leader Aung San (1915), and Panamanian military leader Omar Torrijos (1929). These births cover different continents and centuries, involving politics, literature, and military leadership.
20th Century13 people
Georges Simenon
1903 – 1989Belgian author who created the detective character Inspector Maigret and wrote over 400 novels, becoming one of the most published writers in history.
Paul Biya
1933President of Cameroon since 1982, making him one of the world's longest-serving heads of state. He previously served as Prime Minister under Ahmadou Ahidjo from 1975 to 1982.
Aung San
1915 – 1947Burmese independence leader and founder of the modern Burmese army who negotiated Burma's independence from Britain before being assassinated in 1947.
Rafael Márquez
1979Mexican defender who captained the national team and became the first Mexican player to appear in five FIFA World Cups (1998-2014). He won multiple league titles with clubs including AS Monaco, Barcelona, and New York Red Bulls.
Memphis Depay
1994Dutch winger who has played for PSV Eindhoven, Manchester United, and Barcelona while also pursuing a career as a rapper.
Mamadou Sakho
1990French centre-back who has played for Liverpool, Crystal Palace, and the French national team. He was part of France's squad that reached the 2016 European Championship final.
association football playerFrance
Anders Behring Breivik
1979Norwegian far-right terrorist who killed 77 people in coordinated attacks in Oslo and Utøya on July 22, 2011.
Omar Torrijos
1929 – 1981Panamanian military leader who ruled Panama from 1968 until his death in 1981 and negotiated the Panama Canal treaties with the United States.
Georges-Kévin Nkoudou
1995Cameroonian winger who has played for Tottenham Hotspur and Marseille and represents the Cameroon national team.
association football playerCameroon
Abd al-Hamid Dbeibeh
1959Businessman and engineer who has served as Prime Minister of the Government of National Unity since March 2021.
Ahlam
1968Popular singer and actress known throughout the Arab world for her powerful voice and dramatic performances in television and music.
Rudi Vata
1970Albanian defender who played for Celtic and other clubs in the 1990s, later becoming a football agent and coach.
19th Century1 person
Sarojini Naidu
1879 – 1949Indian independence activist, poet, and politician who was known as the "Nightingale of India" and became the first woman Governor of an Indian state.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the most famous person born on February 13?
Among those born on February 13, Aung San (1915) is internationally recognized as the founder of modern Burma and the father of Nobel laureate Aung San Suu Kyi. Other notable figures include Indian poet and independence activist Sarojini Naidu (1879) and Belgian crime novelist Georges Simenon (1903).
Are there any world leaders born on February 13?
Yes, several world leaders share this birth date, including King Khalid of Saudi Arabia (1911), Burmese independence leader Aung San (1915), and Panamanian military leader Omar Torrijos (1929). These individuals had major roles in their nations' histories.
How many famous people were born on February 13?
There are 14 notable people recorded as being born on February 13. This date has seen the birth of influential figures in politics, literature, and social activism.