Famous People Born in Prague

Prague has been the birthplace of many influential figures. Explore a curated list of notable individuals born in Prague — from living celebrities to historical personalities who have shaped their fields. Each profile includes birthplace details and an interactive map to help you explore their origins geographically.

🗺️ Birthplaces in Prague

5 Famous People born in Prague

Vladimir Holan (Poet) - Prague, Czech Republic (June 16th, 1905)

Czech poet known for dense imagery and philosophical lyricism.

Franz Kafka (Writer) - Prague, Czech Republic (July 3rd, 1883)

Austrian-born Bohemian writer, key figure of existential and surreal literature.

David Navara (Chess player) - Prague, Czech Republic (March 27th, 1985)

Czech chess grandmaster and multiple-time national champion.

Rainer Maria Rilke (Poet) - Prague, Czech Republic (December 4th, 1875)

Bohemian‑Austrian poet whose lyric work influenced 20th‑century poetry.

Wilhelm Steinitz (Chess player) - Prague, Czech Republic (May 17th, 1836)

Austrian-American chess grandmaster, first official World Chess Champion from 1886 to 1894.