Stevie Wonder
1950American and Ghanaian singer-songwriter, composer and record producer (born 1950)
Famous Birthdays on May 13
12 notable people were born on May 13.
May 13 has been the birth date for 12 notable people in history, including several political leaders and scientists. Among them is Danish seismologist Inge Lehmann, born in 1888, who discovered key aspects of Earth's inner core. Icelandic President Ásgeir Ásgeirsson was born on this date in 1894. Other leaders sharing this birthday include Indian President Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed (born in 1905), Nicaraguan President Enrique Bolaños (born in 1928), and Kuwaiti Emir Saad Al-Abdullah Al-Salim Al-Sabah (born in 1930).
20th Century10 people
Sunny Leone
1981American-Canadian actress, model and former pornographic actress
Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed
1905 – 1977Fifth President of India from 1974-1977 and prominent lawyer who played a key role in India's independence movement. He was the second President to die in office.
Romelu Lukaku
1993Belgian striker who has scored prolifically for clubs including Manchester United, Inter Milan, and Belgium's national team, becoming the country's all-time leading scorer.
association football playerBelgium
Scott Morrison
1968Conservative politician who served as Australia's 30th Prime Minister from 2018 to 2022, leading the country through the COVID-19 pandemic.
politicianAustralia
Enrique Bolaños
1928 – 2021Nicaraguan businessman and politician who served as President of Nicaragua from 2002 to 2007, focusing on economic reforms and anti-corruption efforts.
politicianNicaragua
Luca Zidane
1998Goalkeeper and son of football legend Zinedine Zidane who chose to represent Algeria internationally despite being born in France.
association football playerAlgeria
Saad Al-Abdullah Al-Salim Al-Sabah
1930 – 2008Served as the 14th Emir of Kuwait for only nine days in January 2006 before abdicating due to illness. He had previously been Crown Prince and Prime Minister, playing important roles in Kuwait's government for decades.
politicianKuwait
Jerry Palacios
1982Honduran midfielder who played professionally in Central America and earned caps for the Honduras national team during his career.
association football playerHonduras
19th Century2 people
Inge Lehmann
1888 – 1993Danish seismologist who discovered the Earth's solid inner core in 1936 through her analysis of seismic wave patterns.
Ásgeir Ásgeirsson
1894 – 1972Icelandic banker and politician who served as the 2nd President of Iceland from 1952 to 1968. He previously worked in banking and played a role in Iceland's economic development during the mid-20th century.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the most famous person born on May 13?
Inge Lehmann, the Danish seismologist born in 1888, is a prominent figure born on May 13. She discovered the Earth's inner core and contributed significantly to our understanding of the planet's structure.
Are there any world leaders born on May 13?
Yes, world leaders born on May 13 include Ásgeir Ásgeirsson, President of Iceland; Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed, President of India; Saad Al-Abdullah Al-Salim Al-Sabah, Crown Prince of Kuwait; and Enrique Bolaños, President of Nicaragua born in 1928.
How many notable people were born on May 13?
Records indicate that 12 notable people have been born on May 13 throughout history, including scientists, political leaders, and other influential figures.