How Many People Can Read Greek?

Greek Literacy Worldwide (2023 Estimate)

Approximately 13 million people can read Greek. This includes:

• Native speakers in Greece (~10.5 M) and Cyprus (~1.2 M).
• Diaspora communities in the US, Canada, Australia, Germany, and elsewhere.
• Second‑language learners in academic and religious contexts.

Figures are approximate; literacy rates within Greece are near 99 %.