History
How many popes have there been in the history of the Catholic Church?
267
Background
According to the Vatican's official papal list, there have been 267 popes so far. The first was the Apostle Peter (around 30 to 64 AD). The current pope is Leo XIV. He was elected on May 8, 2025, after the death of Pope Francis. The exact count is debated. Some historians include so-called antipopes, others don't.
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