February 9, 2025
This list of the top 50 most evil people in history is a compilation of individuals who have committed heinous crimes, caused immense suffering, and left a lasting impact on the world. From ruthless dictators to serial killers, these individuals have demonstrated a level of cruelty and brutality that is difficult to comprehend.

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Introduction to the List

This list of the top 50 most evil people in history is a compilation of individuals who have committed heinous crimes, caused immense suffering, and left a lasting impact on the world. From ruthless dictators to serial killers, these individuals have demonstrated a level of cruelty and brutality that is difficult to comprehend.

The Top 50 Most Evil People in History

Here is the list of the top 50 most evil people in history, along with a short bio and a link to their Wikipedia page:

  1. Adolf Hitler – The leader of Nazi Germany, responsible for the genocide of six million Jews during the Holocaust.
  2. Joseph Stalin – The leader of the Soviet Union, responsible for the deaths of millions of people through forced labor, famine, and executions.
  3. Mao Zedong – The leader of China, responsible for the deaths of tens of millions of people through famine, forced labor, and executions.
  4. Pol Pot – The leader of the Khmer Rouge, responsible for the deaths of nearly two million people in Cambodia.
  5. Vlad the Impaler – A prince of Wallachia, known for his cruelty and brutality, and the inspiration for the character of Dracula.
  6. Genghis Khan – The founder of the Mongol Empire, responsible for the deaths of millions of people through conquest and destruction.
  7. Leopold II of Belgium – The king of Belgium, responsible for the deaths of millions of people in the Congo through forced labor and brutality.
  8. King Leopold I of Belgium – The king of Belgium, responsible for the colonization and exploitation of the Congo.
  9. Idi Amin – The dictator of Uganda, responsible for the deaths of hundreds of thousands of people through executions, torture, and forced labor.
  10. Saddam Hussein – The dictator of Iraq, responsible for the deaths of hundreds of thousands of people through executions, torture, and war.
  11. Benito Mussolini – The dictator of Italy, responsible for the deaths of hundreds of thousands of people through executions, torture, and war.
  12. Hirohito – The emperor of Japan, responsible for the deaths of millions of people through war and aggression.
  13. Hideki Tojo – The prime minister of Japan, responsible for the deaths of hundreds of thousands of people through war and aggression.
  14. Issei Sagawa – A Japanese serial killer, known for killing and eating a Dutch exchange student.
  15. Ted Bundy – An American serial killer, known for killing dozens of young women and girls.
  16. John Wayne Gacy – An American serial killer, known for killing dozens of young men and boys.
  17. David Berkowitz – An American serial killer, known for killing six people and wounding seven others in a series of shootings.
  18. Richard Ramirez – An American serial killer, known for killing 14 people and raping and torturing many others.
  19. Jeffrey Dahmer – An American serial killer, known for killing 17 people and engaging in necrophilia and cannibalism.
  20. Dennis Rader – An American serial killer, known for killing 10 people and taunting the police with letters and cryptic messages.
  21. Gary Ridgway – An American serial killer, known for killing 49 women and being one of the most prolific serial killers in American history.
  22. Peter Sutcliffe – A British serial killer, known for killing 13 women and attempting to kill seven others.
  23. Andrei Chikatilo – A Soviet serial killer, known for killing 52 children and young women.
  24. Luis Garavito – A Colombian serial killer, known for killing 147 boys and being one of the most prolific serial killers in history.
  25. Pedro Lopez – A Colombian serial killer, known for killing over 300 girls and being one of the most prolific serial killers in history.
  26. Thug Behram – An Indian serial killer, known for killing over 900 people and being one of the most prolific serial killers in history.
  27. H.H. Holmes – An American serial killer, known for killing dozens of people during the 1893 World’s Columbian Exposition in Chicago.
  28. Mary Ann Cotton – A British serial killer, known for killing 13 of her children and being one of the first women to be hanged in the United Kingdom.
  29. Elizabeth Báthory – A Hungarian countess, known for killing young girls and bathing in their blood in an attempt to preserve her youth.
  30. Delphine LaLaurie – An American socialite and serial killer, known for torturing and killing her slaves in New Orleans.
  31. Ed Gein – An American serial killer, known for killing two women and making clothing and furniture from human skin and bones.
  32. Albert Fish – An American serial killer, known for killing and eating three children and being one of the most prolific serial killers in American history.
  33. Bruno Kreisky – An Austrian politician, known for his role in the Nazi party and his involvement in the deaths of thousands of people.
  34. Kurt Waldheim – An Austrian politician, known for his role in the Nazi party and his involvement in the deaths of thousands of people.
  35. Ernst Kaltenbrunner – An Austrian Nazi, known for his role in the Holocaust and the deaths of millions of people.
  36. Heinrich Himmler – A German Nazi, known for his role in the Holocaust and the deaths of millions of people.
  37. Joachim von Ribbentrop – A German Nazi, known for his role in the Holocaust and the deaths of millions of people.
  38. Rudolf Hess – A German Nazi, known for his role in the Holocaust and the deaths of millions of people.
  39. Baldur von Schirach – A German Nazi, known for his role in the Holocaust and the deaths of millions of people.
  40. Artur Axmann – A German Nazi, known for his role in the Holocaust and the deaths of millions of people.
  41. Wilhelm Keitel – A German Nazi, known for his role in the Holocaust and the deaths of millions of people.
  42. Gerd von Rundstedt – A German Nazi, known for his role in the Holocaust and the deaths of millions of people.
  43. Erich Raeder – A German Nazi, known for his role in the Holocaust and the deaths of millions of people.
  44. Karl Dönitz – A German Nazi, known for his role in the Holocaust and the deaths of millions of people.
  45. Hans Frank – A German Nazi, known for his role in the Holocaust and the deaths of millions of people.
  46. Wilhelm Frick – A German Nazi, known for his role in the Holocaust and the deaths of millions of people.
  47. Julius Streicher – A German Nazi, known for his role in the Holocaust and the deaths of millions of people.
  48. Hjalmar Schacht – A German Nazi, known for his role in the Holocaust and the deaths of millions of people.
  49. Walter Funk – A German Nazi, known for his role in the Holocaust and the deaths of millions of people.
  50. Karl Böhm – A German Nazi, known for his role in the Holocaust and the deaths of millions of people.

Conclusion

This list of the top 50 most evil people in history is a sobering reminder of the brutality and cruelty that humans are capable of inflicting on each other. It is a testament to the enduring power of evil and the importance of remembering and learning from the past.

FAQs

Q: Who is the most evil person in history? Adolf Hitler is often considered the most evil person in history due to his role in the Holocaust and the deaths of millions of people.

Q: What is the definition of evil? Evil is generally defined as a morally reprehensible or malevolent act or behavior that causes harm or suffering to others.

Q: How were the people on this list chosen? The people on this list were chosen based on their historical significance, the severity of their crimes, and their impact on the world.

Q: Are there any women on this list? Yes, there are several women on this list, including Elizabeth Báthory and Delphine LaLaurie.

Q: Are there any serial killers on this list? Yes, there are several serial killers on this list, including Ted Bundy and John Wayne Gacy.

Q: How many people were killed by the people on this list? It is estimated that the people on this list were responsible for the deaths of tens of millions of people.

Q: What is the most common crime committed by the people on this list? The most common crime committed by the people on this list is murder, followed by torture and genocide.

Q: Are there any dictators on this list? Yes, there are several dictators on this list, including Adolf Hitler and Joseph Stalin.

Q: How many countries were affected by the people on this list? The people on this list were responsible for crimes and atrocities in dozens of countries around the world.

Q: What can we learn from this list? This list serves as a reminder of the importance of promoting peace, justice, and human rights, and of the need to hold individuals and governments accountable for their actions.

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