The Most Famous Lithuanian, Ranked
Voting rules: Choose the Lithuanian you think is the most famous!
Updated on May 8, 2024 07:10
Lithuania has a rich history of contributing influential figures to the world, extending across various fields such as science, arts, politics, and sports. These personalities not only shape local identity but also bring international recognition and pride to the country. By highlighting these individuals through a ranking, we gain a collective insight into those who resonate most with the public and why they stand out.
This ranking system allows everyone to participate in recognizing Lithuanian figures who have had an impressive impact. Each vote helps refine the list, ensuring it accurately reflects popular opinion and current cultural values. Having access to such a list can provide educational value, stimulate national pride, and foster a deeper connection with Lithuania's heritage.
Who Is the Most Famous Lithuanian?
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166votes
Bloodless · CC BY-SA 3.0Grand Duke of Lithuania who ruled from 1392 to 1430, and is considered one of the greatest rulers in Lithuanian history. -
231votesArtur Pawłowski · CC BY-SA 4.0Nobel Prize-winning poet, writer, and translator, known for his works exploring the complexities of life in Soviet-dominated Eastern Europe.
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326votes
Furiodetti · CC BY 3.0Lithuanian-born American filmmaker and artist, considered the godfather of avant-garde cinema.Jonas Mekas in other rankings- Position 3 of 10 in Most famous person in Lithuania
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436votesThe first Lithuanian astronaut and the first Baltic astronaut to go into space.
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524votesOlympic gold medalist in swimming and world record holder in the 100m breaststroke.
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612votesFormer professional basketball player who is considered one of the greatest European players of all time.Arvydas Sabonis in other rankings
- Position 5 of 10 in Most famous person in Lithuania
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76votesRetired Lithuanian professional basketball player, widely regarded as one of the greatest European players of all time.
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84votesThe first ruler to unite all Lithuanian tribes into a single state in the 13th century.
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913votesLithuanian writer, journalist, and physician, who wrote the Lithuanian national anthem.
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107votes
S.Fleury · Public domainLithuanian painter, composer, and writer who is considered one of the most important figures in Lithuanian cultural history.Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis in other rankings- Position 2 of 10 in Most famous person in Lithuania
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About this ranking
This is a community-based ranking of the most famous Lithuanian. We do our best to provide fair voting, but it is not intended to be exhaustive. So if you notice something or Lithuanian is missing, feel free to help improve the ranking!
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- 223 votes
- 10 ranked items
Voting Rules
A participant may cast an up or down vote for each Lithuanian once every 24 hours. The rank of each Lithuanian is then calculated from the weighted sum of all up and down votes.
More information on most famous lithuanian
Lithuania, a small country in Eastern Europe, has produced many notable figures throughout history. From politicians to artists, athletes to scientists, Lithuania has contributed to the world in many different ways. When it comes to the question of who is the most famous Lithuanian, there are a few names that immediately come to mind. One of these is basketball legend Arvydas Sabonis, who played for the Soviet Union and later the Portland Trail Blazers in the NBA. Other notable names include the composer Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis, the writer Romain Gary, and the philosopher Emmanuel Levinas. With so many accomplished individuals to choose from, it's no wonder that the question of who is the most famous Lithuanian remains a subject of debate and discussion.
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