Countries Where People Pray the Most Every Day
95% of Indonesian adults say that they pray every day, making Indonesians the most religious people in the world.
Prayer is an important part of daily life for millions of people around the world. It can provide comfort, hope, guidance, and a sense of connection with faith and community.
According to data from the Pew Research Center, some countries have particularly high percentages of adults who say they pray at least once a day. The countries at the top of the list are mainly located in Asia, Africa, and Latin America.
Indonesia ranks first, with 95% of adults saying they pray every day. This exceptionally high percentage reflects the important role religion plays in Indonesian society. Indonesia is home to a large Muslim population as well as Christian, Hindu, Buddhist, and other religious communities.
Kenya and Nigeria share second place, with 84% of adults in each country reporting daily prayer. Both countries have strong religious traditions, particularly Christianity and Islam, and religious practices are deeply connected to family and community life.
In fourth place is Malaysia, where 80% of adults pray daily. Malaysia's multicultural society includes Muslims, Buddhists, Christians, Hindus, and followers of other faiths. The Philippines follows closely at 79%, reflecting the strong influence of Christianity, particularly Catholicism, on Filipino culture.
The list continues with Brazil, at 76%, and Bangladesh, at 75%. Brazil has one of the world's largest Christian populations, while Bangladesh is predominantly Muslim. Ghana, another country with strong religious traditions, records 73% of adults praying daily.
At 72%, Sri Lanka also has a remarkably high level of daily prayer. Its religious landscape includes Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam, and Christianity. Finally, Colombia rounds out the top ten, with 71% of adults saying they pray every day.
Together, these figures show that daily prayer remains an important part of life across many cultures and religions. Although the reasons people pray differ—from seeking spiritual guidance and expressing gratitude to asking for protection or finding peace—the practice continues to connect people with their beliefs and communities.
It is also important to remember that these percentages measure self-reported daily prayer, rather than judging how religious a country or its people are overall. Nevertheless, the results demonstrate how deeply spiritual practices remain woven into everyday life in many parts of the world.