Morocco is a predominantly Muslim country, with the vast majority of its population adhering to Islam. Here’s an overview of Morocco’s population by religion:
1. Islam:
- Percentage: Approximately 99% of the population.
- Denomination: The majority of Moroccan Muslims follow Sunni Islam, specifically the Maliki school of jurisprudence. There is also a small minority of Shia Muslims and adherents of Sufism.
2. Christianity:
- Percentage: Less than 1% of the population.
- Demographics: The Christian population in Morocco consists mainly of expatriates and migrants from Sub-Saharan Africa, Europe, and other regions. There are also small numbers of Moroccan converts, but they are a very tiny minority and face social pressures.
3. Judaism:
- Percentage: Less than 1% of the population.
- Demographics: Morocco has a long history of Jewish presence, and while the community was once large, most Moroccan Jews emigrated to Israel, France, and other countries in the mid-20th century. Today, the Jewish population in Morocco is estimated to be around 2,000 to 3,000 people.
4. Other Religions and Non-Religious:
- Percentage: Very small, less than 1% combined.
- Demographics: Other religious groups, including Baha’is and a small number of atheists or agnostics, exist in Morocco, but they are very few and not widely recognized.
Summary:
- Islam: ~99%
- Christianity: <1%
- Judaism: <1%
- Other Religions/Non-Religious: <1%
Morocco is a religiously conservative country with Islam playing a central role in public life and culture. However, the country is also known for its historical tolerance and protection of religious minorities, particularly Jews and Christians.
