What is the Oldest Language in the World?
The oldest language still in use today is Tamil.
It dates back over 2,000 years and is still spoken by millions, mostly in southern India and Sri Lanka.
Tamil is a classical language with rich literature and inscriptions dating to 500 BCE or earlier.
Other contenders: Sanskrit, Greek, Hebrew, Chinese, and Latin—but many are ceremonial or extinct in daily use.
📌 Honorable Mentions:
Sumerian: Earliest known written language (~3100 BCE), now extinct.
Egyptian (Hieroglyphs): Used until about the 4th century AD.
What is the Oldest Country in the World?
The oldest continuously existing nation is widely accepted to be San Marino:
Founded in 301 AD, nestled within Italy.
Has maintained sovereignty and constitution longer than any other country.
🕰️ Other Ancient Nations:
Egypt (~3100 BCE): Ancient roots but modern state is younger.
Iran (Persia): Over 2,500 years of continuous civilization.
China: Dates back over 3,000 years, though governance structures evolved.
Who Was the Oldest President in History?
Joe Biden holds the record:
Born November 20, 1942
Became President at age 78 in January 2021.
As of 2025, he’s the oldest U.S. President in history, and potentially the oldest to run for re-election.
📌 Previous Record Holders:
Ronald Reagan left office at 77.
Donald Trump took office at 70.
How Old is the Oldest Person in the World?
As of May 2025, the oldest verified living person is:
Maria Branyas Morera, age 117, residing in Spain.
Born: March 4, 1907.
📌 Oldest person ever:
Jeanne Calment of France: 122 years, 164 days (died in 1997).
🌟 Fun Fact: Most supercentenarians are women, and lifestyle + genetics play a huge role.
FAQ
Q1: What’s the difference between the oldest language and the first written language?
The oldest written language is Sumerian, while Tamil is the oldest spoken language still used today.
Q2: Has any president lived longer than Joe Biden?
Yes. Jimmy Carter is currently the oldest living former U.S. President, over 100 years old as of 2025.
Q3: How is the age of the oldest person verified?
Through civil records, baptismal documents, and global databases like the Gerontology Research Group (GRG).
Q4: Is San Marino older than Egypt?
Egypt is older as a civilization, but San Marino is the oldest independent country with continuous government.