Top 75 Countries with Largest Buddhist Population (2026 Projection)

Описание: Discover the projected Buddhist Population by Country in 2026 in this comprehensive global ranking. We count down the Top 75 countries with the largest number of Buddhists, revealing how one of the world's major religions is shifting across the globe.

From the ancient heartlands of East and Southeast Asia to the growing Buddhist communities in the West (USA, Australia, Europe) and unexpected numbers in the Middle East, this data visualization covers it all.

👇 IN THIS VIDEO: We analyze the latest 2026 demographic projections to answer key questions:

Which country has the most Buddhists in the world?
How many Buddhists live in the United States and Europe?
What are the surprising rankings for countries like Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Pakistan?

🏆 KEY HIGHLIGHTS (Top 5 Preview):

China (~254.7 Million) - The world's largest Buddhist population.
Thailand (~66.1 Million) - A Theravada stronghold.
Myanmar (Burma) (~41.4 Million) - The land of golden pagodas.
Japan (~41.4 Million) - Mahayana and Shinto syncretism.
Vietnam (~15.8 Million) - A resilient Buddhist culture.

🔍 SEARCH TERMS & TOPICS:

Buddhism Statistics 2025: Demographics and future growth.
Religion Rankings: Comparing the size of religious populations by nation.
Theravada vs. Mahayana: Countries where different branches dominate.
Western Buddhism: Growth in USA, Canada, France, and Germany.

❓ QUESTION OF THE DAY: Were you surprised to see Middle Eastern countries like the UAE and Qatar on this list? Let me know your thoughts in the comments below!

🎶 Music Credit: "Beside Me" by Patrick Patrikios (YouTube Audio Library)

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