Berber Speaking Countries (2026)
Berber is spoken in 2 countries across 1 region (Africa). The combined population of all Berber-speaking countries is approximately 37 million people, covering a total land area of 712,550 km².
Morocco is the largest Berber-speaking country by population, home to 98.4% of the total Berber-speaking population. It is also the largest by land area at 446,550 km².
The second most populous Berber-speaking country is Western Sahara with 600,904 people (1.6% of total). The average population density across all Berber-speaking countries is 53 people per km². These countries use 3 different currencies, including Moroccan dirham, Algerian dinar, Mauritanian ouguiya.
Countries
2
Total Population
37M
Most Populous
Morocco
Largest by Area
Morocco
Population Share by Country
Proportion of total Berber-speaking population per country
Morocco98.4% · 36,828,330
Western Sahara1.6% · 600,904All Berber-Speaking Countries
| # | Country | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Morocco | 36,828,330 |
| 2 | Western Sahara | 600,904 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How many countries speak Berber?
Berber is an official or recognized language in 2 countries across 1 region (Africa).
What is the most populous Berber-speaking country?
Morocco is the most populous Berber-speaking country with a population of 36,828,330, accounting for 98.4% of all Berber-speaking people.
What is the total population of Berber-speaking countries?
The combined population of all 2 Berber-speaking countries is approximately 37 million, covering a total land area of 712,550 km².
Explore Regions
Berber-speaking countries span 1 region. Explore each region for more population data.
Currencies Used
Currencies used in Berber-speaking countries.