1. Seyid Azim Shirvani (1835)

Poet

Seyid Azim Shirvani is a famous Poet, who was born on June 10, 1835 in Azerbaijan. Nineteenth-century Azerbaijani poet whose works include lyric poems, satirical poems, ghazals and fables. Some...

2. Mirza Alakbar Sabir (1862)

Poet

Mirza Alakbar Sabir is a famous Poet, who was born on May 30, 1862 in Azerbaijan. Azerbaijani philosopher and poet whose innovative literary work spans the genres of satire, realism,...

3. Nariman Narimanov (1870)

Politician

20th century communist who was a leading Azerbaijani revolutionary, writer, and publicist. He was the Party Chairman of the Central Executive Committee of the Soviet Union from 1922 until his...

4. Mammed Ordubadi (1872)

Poet

A writer, poet, playwright, and journalist, he was one of Azerbaijan's most notable twentieth-century intellectuals. His best-known works include Dumanlı Təbriz (Foggy Tabriz) and Qılınc və qələm (Sword and Quill).

5. Suleyman Sani Akhundov (1875)

Children's Author

Suleyman Sani Akhundov is a famous Children's Author, who was born on October 3, 1875 in Azerbaijan. An Azerbaijani children’s author, he is known for such works as The Greedy...

6. Abbas Sharifzadeh (1893)

Director

Honored artist of the Azerbaijan SSR who became a leading film actor, director and editor. His directional credits include In the Name of God, The Game of Love, and A...

7. Aghasadyg Garaybeyli (1897)

Movie Actor

20th-century Azerbaijan actor who starred in films from the 1920s to the 1980s. These include Under the Scorching Sun, Life is Beautiful, Brother! and The Boys of Our Streets.

8. Bahar Letifqizi (1970)

World Music Singer

Azerbaijanian Singer who is best known for her soulful world music. She released a hit song "Divaneler" featuring fellow artist Cemil Efendi.

9. Mirza Ibrahimov (1911)

Playwright

A twentieth-century author and playwright, he was also the Chairman of the Writers' Union of Azerbaijan. He lobbied to make Azerbaijani an official language in a country that only recognized...

10. Hokuma Gurbanova (1913)

Movie Actress

Stage and film actress who was named a People's Artist of the USSR in 1965.

11. Xanim Aliyeva (1996)

Instagram Star

Instagram model and social media influencer who is known for posting fashion and lifestyle photos on her xanim_official account. She has gone on to garner more than 200,000 followers on the platform.

12. Maral Rahmanzadeh (1916)

Graphic Designer

Maral Rahmanzadeh is a famous Graphic Designer, who was born on July 23, 1916 in Azerbaijan. Twentieth-century graphic artist who was named a People’s Artist of Azerbaijan in 1964. She...

13. Gunay Shixelizade World Music Singer (1970)

World Music Singer

World singer who is best recognized for her songs "Aman ayriliq" and "Oktay sintezator". She is also known for sharing modeling shots as well as photos from her concerts through...

14. Leila Kazimova (1996)

Instagram Star

Social media star who has gained fame for her leilainspire Instagram account. She has risen to massive popularity for sharing her original watercolor paintings and illustration processes. 

15. Sabinachka (1989)

Instagram Star

Instagram star and social media personality who is known for posting a variety of modeling pictures and lifestyle-related content. 

16. Rasul Rza (1919)

Poet

Azerbaijani writer who received the Laureate of Soviet State Award and the People's Poet of Azerbaijan honor.

17. Lotfi A Zadeh (1921)

Mathematician

Lotfi A Zadeh is a famous Mathematician, who was born on February 4, 1921 in Azerbaijan. Azerbaijani mathematician, engineer and computer scientist who introduced the concept of so-called “fuzzy” mathematics....

18. Melek Kazimova (1996)

Instagram Star

Instagram model and influencer who is known for posting outfit of the day and lifestyle photos to her melek_kazimova account. She went on to amass more than 90,000 followers on the platform.

19. Alieva Liana (1996)

Makeup Artist

Makeup artist who is best known for her work within weddings as a stylist and as a makeup artist for photoshoots. She shares both her finished products as well as...

20. Elvin Mirzezade (1970)

Pop Singer

Popular music performer who is best known for singles such as "Onun Üreyinde Özgesi Vardı" and "Düşün Meni." He has gone on to amass more than 100,000 followers on his eponymous...

21. Fovqi Efendi (1991)

Fitness Instructor

Fitness instructor who was named Azerbaijan Overall Men's Physique Champion in 2017. He has over 110,000 followers on his fovqi.efendi Instagram account. 

22. Gunay Ibrahimli (1991)

Pop Singer

Azerbaijani singer who is known for her hit singles "There is Someone There", "Thanks to Baku", and "Remember Me". She is also known for being the host of several programs...

23. Leyla Naghizada (1984)

Business Executive

Luxy Hair co-founder and certified life coach known for her LUCA Living lifestyle program. She also runs her own beauty and lifestyle YouTube channel.

24. Abulfaz Elchibey (1938)

World Leader

Former leader of the Azerbaijan Popular Front who served as the President of Azerbaijan from 1992 until 1993 when he was overthrown in a coup d'etat.

25. Banu Mourad (2012)

Instagram Star

Young Instagram star who is known for her fashion trends and styles. She can be seen in a variety of posts that include lifestyle content as well as trendy outfits. 

26. Huseynaga Sadigov (1970)

Politician

Diplomat who held office as the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Azerbaijan from 1988 to 1992. He was given the German Federal Cross of Merit for his diplomatic service in...

27. Lala Aliyeva (1993)

Instagram Star

Social media star who has gained fame for her lalaliyevaofficial Instagram account. She has risen to massive popularity for her glamorous and chic fashion modeling often coupled with lifestyle photoblogging. 

28. Reqqase Saida (1970)

Dancer

Professional belly dancer whose photos and videos of her career have amassed her 90,000 followers on Instagram. 

29. Yasar Yusub (1987)

World Music Singer

Azerbaijan singer known for songs such as "Everyone Is Talking About Us", "Tut Ağacı" and "Javanlığım". His debut single was "Be Happy". Its success led to him being invited to...

30. Aysel Ibrahimova (1986)

Instagram Star

Social media starlet who has gained fame for her aysel_ibrahimova_offical_ Instagram account. She has earned popularity for her glamorous fashion modeling, selfies, and lifestyle photos. 

31. Nika Danilov (1986)

Instagram Star

Social media starlet who has gained massive popularity for her eponymous Instagram account. She has gained massive popularity for her chic and often glamorous fashion photoblogging through modeling her favorite looks. 

32. Gunay Musayeva (1986)

Model

Azerbaijani model who is known for competing in several different beauty pageants throughout her home country and Turkey. She is also known for her social media presence and shares additional...

33. Ceyhun Qala (1970)

Pop Singer

Pop and world music singer and performer who is best known for songs such as "Bal Dadır," "Bəlalı," and "Cavanlığım." His music videos have all racked up well over 1...

34. Ravan Baghirov (1986)

Radio Host

Media personality and broadcaster who found success as a host for the Manpası morning radio show on Azerbaijan's 105.5 FM. He posts lifestyle and comedy pictures on Instagram for more than 100,000...

35. Fatima Fataliyeva (1978)

Choreographer

Choreographer and dancer who is known to many in Azerbaijan for her many appearances on the Lider TV network. She has performed as a soloist with the Ganja State Philharmonic. 

36. Ulya Khalinbekova (1994)

Instagram Star

Azerbaijani Instagram star whose pictures of her daily life with friends and family, as well as her beauty photos, have garnered her 900,000 followers. 

37. Amin Abbasov (1994)

Pop Singer

Azerbaijani pop singer who is recognized for his hit single "Hayalperest." He is also an actor and is known for having appeared in the 2011 film Nuri where he played...

38. Gunel (1985)

Pop Singer

Azerbaijan singer who first became known in 1998 for her album Ne Olur Allahım. She would later release the popular 2008 album Adı Yok.  

39. Ruslana Gee (1997)

YouTube Star

Russian-speaking social media sensation who first became known for her self-titled YouTube channel where she has amassed more than 1.5 million subscribers. She is known for her vlogs, beauty and...

40. Murad Gulubayli (1997)

Pianist

Musician, actor and model who became best known for his impeccable piano-playing ability. In addition to posting his recordings on YouTube, he found an even bigger fan base on Instagram...

41. Fuad Iskenderov (1997)

Instagram Star

Social media star who has risen in popularity for his fd.iskenderov Instagram account. He has gained fame as a sketch comedic for short vignettes often revolving around his personal life. 

42. Sevda Yahyayeva (1970)

Pop Singer

Azerbaijani pop singer known for songs like "Ah This Sevda", "The Wrong Man" and "Separation Choreography". In 2002 she joined the Lala Girls' Ensemble, and in 2008 she released her...

43. Kamran Aydinov (1985)

Photographer

Azerbaijan photographer who is known for being both the owner and founder of the Mandarin Agency which focuses on the filmmaking process. He shares additional photography through Instagram for his...

44. qurd (1985)

Rapper

Azerbaijani rapper who is known for releasing tracks such as "Tənha Bakı", "Tapin Onu", and "Dostlar Sag Olsun". 

45. Vidadi Muradov (1970)

Entrepreneur

Entrepreneur who made a name for himself being a carpet specialist and academic. He founded Azer-Ilme, a company that restores long forgotten designs and produces high-quality carpets.

46. Hüseyn Azizoğlu (1995)

Instagram Star

Azerbaijani social media star who is famous for his self-titled Instagram account. He has gained massive popularity for his original sketch comedy vignettes often centered around dating and observational humor.

47. Azir Gojatov (1990)

TikTok Star

Azerbaijani singer and social media celebrity who initially rose to fame as a member of the family group Titan Brothers. He's extremely popular on TikTok where he's acquired 260,000 fans thanks...

48. Asim Axmedli (1992)

Instagram Star

Social media star who has gained fame for his asim_axmedli Instagram account. He has earned huge popularity for his casual fashion modeling often coupled with lifestyle photos as a high-end barber. 

49. Sediq Afghan (1958)

Philosopher

Philosopher and mathematician most recognized as the head of the International Center for Mathematical Philosophy in Afghanistan.

50. Oz (1992)

Music Producer

Hip-hop producer best known for his contribution to the song "U With Me" on Drakes 2016 album Views. He has managed to leverage his fame into a social media presence...