When was Abdullah II born?

Abdullah II was born on 30 January 1962 in Amman.

What positions has Abdullah II held?

Positions held by Abdullah II include: King of Jordan (since 7 February 1999); heir apparent (1999–1999); heir apparent (1962–1965); Custodian of the Holy Sites of Jerusalem.

Where did Abdullah II study?

Abdullah II was educated at Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, Walsh School of Foreign Service, Deerfield Academy, Pembroke College.

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Abdullah II

King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan

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Abdullah II is the king of Jordan, having acceded to the throne on 7 February 1999. He is a member of the Hashemites, who have been the reigning royal family of Jordan since 1921, and is traditionally regarded as a 41st-generation direct descendant of the Islamic prophet Muhammad.

Quick facts

Born: 30 January 1962 wd
Place of birth: Amman wd
Citizenship: Jordan wd
Occupation: politician, writer, military officer, monarch wd
Education: Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, Walsh School of Foreign Service, Deerfield Academy, Pembroke College, St Edmund's School, Eaglebrook School wd
Spouse: Queen Rania of Jordan wd
Official website: kingabdullah.jo wd
Social media: X (Twitter) · Facebook wd

Positions held wd

King of Jordan (since 7 February 1999)
heir apparent (24 January 1999 – 7 February 1999)
heir apparent (30 January 1962 – 1 March 1965)
Custodian of the Holy Sites of Jerusalem

Awards wd

Knight Grand Cross of the Order of the Bath
Knight Commander of the Royal Victorian Order
Grand Cross of the Order of Isabella the Catholic
Collar of the Order of Isabella the Catholic‎ (1999)
Knight Grand Cross of the Order of St Michael and St George
Grand cross of the Order of the White Lion (2015)
Grand Cross Special Class of the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany (2002)
Collar of the Order of the Star of Romania
Order of the White Eagle
Award of the Peace of Westphalia (2016)
Golden Plate Award
Order of Freedom of the Republic of Slovenia
Order of Merit, 1st class
Grand Order of Mugunghwa
Collar of the Order of Charles III

Questions

When was Abdullah II born?: Abdullah II was born on 30 January 1962 in Amman.
What positions has Abdullah II held?: Positions held by Abdullah II include: King of Jordan (since 7 February 1999); heir apparent (1999–1999); heir apparent (1962–1965); Custodian of the Holy Sites of Jerusalem.
Where did Abdullah II study?: Abdullah II was educated at Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, Walsh School of Foreign Service, Deerfield Academy, Pembroke College.

Sources

Last updated 17 October 2026 · facts checked 21 October 2026

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