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How Many US Presidents Were First-Born Sons?

Updated: May 17, 2024
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The majority of US presidents have been either first-born children or first-born sons. Out of the first 44 presidents of the United States, 24 were first-born children or first-born sons, including Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln and Theodore Roosevelt. No US president has been an only child. It is thought that the reason why the majority of US presidents have been first-born children or first-born sons might be because oldest children tend to be given more responsibilities, such as babysitting their siblings, which might translate into the older children becoming comfortable with being leaders. First-born children might also have more confidence because they do not have to share attention with others as much during the first years of their lives, and their milestones are often more celebrated because they are the first in the family.

More about first-born children:

  • Out of the first 23 astronauts sent into space by the US National Aeronautics and Space Administration, 21 were first-born children.

  • Younger siblings typically earn better grades in school, even though first-born siblings tend to score higher on intelligence tests.

  • The first US president, George Washington, was not a first-born child. He had two older half-brothers, as well as three younger brothers and one younger sister.
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Allison Boelcke, a digital marketing manager and freelance writer, helps businesses create compelling content to connect with their target markets and drive results. With a degree in English, she combines her writing skills with marketing expertise to craft engaging content that gets noticed and leads to website traffic and conversions. Her ability to understand and connect with target audiences makes her a valuable asset to any content creation team.
Discussion Comments
By anon999669 — On Feb 19, 2018

Any more info on firstborns? This is a tad bit of good info, but not enough to help with my report. Thanks anyway.

By anon997919 — On Mar 17, 2017

This is excellent information. Parents should encourage their children to become all that God intended for them to be. I am quite sure that God can help all children become someone important. I believe that all jobs are important, no matter what they do.

By anon338204 — On Jun 12, 2013

Very nice, interesting and thought provoking report. It is important for parents and couples who are in the process of parenting and focusing on building their child's personality.

Allison Boelcke
Allison Boelcke
Allison Boelcke, a digital marketing manager and freelance writer, helps businesses create compelling content to connect with their target markets and drive results. With a degree in English, she combines her writing skills with marketing expertise to craft engaging content that gets noticed and leads to website traffic and conversions. Her ability to understand and connect with target audiences makes her a valuable asset to any content creation team.
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