Khaled
1960Internationally acclaimed raï singer known as the 'King of Raï' who helped popularize the genre worldwide with hits like 'Didi'.
Famous Birthdays on February 29
7 notable people were born on February 29.
February 29, which appears only during leap years, is the birth date of several notable individuals. Born on this rare date are former Indian Prime Minister Morarji Desai (1896), Salvadoran President Carlos Humberto Romero (1924), Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew I (1940), serial killer Aileen Wuornos (1956), and Algerian raï singer Khaled (1960). This group includes people from politics, religion, criminal history, and music, illustrating the varied paths of those who share this uncommon birthday.
20th Century5 people
Pedro Sánchez
1972Spanish politician and economist who has served as Prime Minister of Spain since 2018, leading the Spanish Socialist Workers' Party.
Aileen Wuornos
1956 – 2002American serial killer (1956–2002)
I. Bartholomeos
1940Greek Orthodox archbishop who has served as Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople since 1991, recognized as the spiritual leader of Eastern Orthodox Christians worldwide.
Carlos Humberto Romero
1924 – 2017Military general who served as President of El Salvador from 1977 to 1979, overthrown in a military coup due to widespread human rights abuses.
19th Century1 person
Morarji Desai
1896 – 1995India's fourth Prime Minister who led the Janata Party government and was known for his austere lifestyle and prohibition policies during his tenure.
21st Century1 person
Abdukodir Khusanov
2004Young professional footballer who plays as a defender and represents the Uzbekistan national team. He has gained attention as one of the promising talents in Uzbek football.
association football playerUzbekistan
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the most famous person born on February 29?
Morarji Desai, Prime Minister of India from 1977 to 1979, is likely the most internationally recognized figure born on February 29, 1896. Aileen Wuornos, whose life story was told in the film 'Monster,' was also born on February 29, 1956.
Are there any world leaders born on February 29?
Yes, Morarji Desai, Prime Minister of India, and Carlos Humberto Romero, President of El Salvador from 1977 to 1979, were both born on February 29. They held political power in their respective countries during the late 1970s.
How many famous people were born on leap day?
Records show 7 notable people were born on February 29. These include political leaders like Morarji Desai and Carlos Humberto Romero, as well as Aileen Wuornos and musician Khaled. Leap day births are rare, occurring only once every four years.