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This chronological list of the popes of the Catholic Church corresponds to that given in the Annuario Pontificio under the heading " I Sommi Pontefici Romani " (The Roman Supreme Pontiffs), excluding those that are explicitly indicated as antipopes.

indicates the Pope resigned. Popes listed: 267. This table was last updated on 2 Feb 2026.

Since the early days of Christianity, more than 260 popes have served as the leader of what would become the Roman Catholic Church. Indeed, Roman Catholic tradition holds that the role was first held by St. Peter the Apostle, one of the original disciples of Jesus.

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List of popes Popes buried in St. Peter's The list of popes begins with St. Peter and continues through the present day. [1] The pope is the head of the Catholic Church. Peter was called the Bishop of Rome. [2] All others who became Bishop of Rome were also recognized as popes.

The Roman Pontiff, as the successor of Peter, is the perpetual and visible principle and foundation of unity of both the bishops and of the faithful. To view a full list of the popes of the Catholic Church, visit the Vatican's website below.

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