This list of popes is arranged in chronological order and divided by century. It starts with Peter, believed by Catholics to be the first pope, and ends with Benedict XVI, the most recent pope. Years of reign are listed, short descriptions are given, and all names are linked to biographies that describe major dates in their papacy, controversies, and important events at the time.
First Century
Second Century
Third Century
Fourth Century
Fifth Century
Sixth Century
Seventh Century
Eighth Century
Ninth Century
Tenth Century
Elventh Century
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Thirteenth Century
Fourteenth Century
Fifteenth Century
Sixteenth Century
Seventeenth Century
Eighteenth Century
Nineteenth Century
Twentieth Century
