While some people may view the Myers Briggs Type Indicator or MBTI as a bunch of useless mumbo jumbo akin to astrology, there are many who believe that it is a useful tool in understanding people. In fact, a lot of businesses use the MBTI to help their employees reach their full potential and learn more about how they truly work.
Although there are 16 Myers Briggs personality types, this list covers the 10 rarest types. The population statistics in this list are based on the Myers Briggs Company’s research and only represent the United States since this is where MBTI originated.
Percentage of Population (Based on U.S. Statistics): 8.1% (6 to 8%)
Strengths: Enthusiastic; Creative; Warm; Future-oriented; Individualistic; Caring; Optimistic; Insightful; Playful; Spontaneous
Weaknesses: Poor practical skills; Overthinking; Easily stressed; Highly emotional; Has difficulty focusing
Notable People Who Have These Traits: Quentin Tarantino; Will Smith; Robin Williams; Kelly Clarkson; and Russell Brand

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As a highly intuitive type, if ENFP isn’t careful they can fall into the trap of assuming and anticipating other people’s motives and actions. This leads ENFP to overthink and they can have a hard time taking things at face value. Additionally, ENFPs are easily stressed and have a tendency to get overwhelmed.
Did You Know?
ENFPs are some of the strongest communicators and they often choose jobs in counseling, teaching, religion, or the arts.
Percentage of Population (Based on U.S. Statistics): 5.4% (4 to 6%)
Strengths: Logical; Quietly analytical; Practical; Curious; Problem-solver; Exact; Hands-on; Adventurous; Observer
Weaknesses: Stubborn; Insensitive; Private and Reserved; Easily bored; Engages in risky behavior
Notable People Who Have These Traits: Michael Jordan; Clint Eastwood; Tom Cruise; Milla Jovovich; and Bear Grylls

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Unlike some other introvert types, who may be more social, ISTPs are truly independent. They can easily get lost in their work and would rather have complete silence than suffer through small talk. This makes it difficult to get to know an ISTP.
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Due to their fierce independence and tendency to get bored easily, ISTPs often struggle with commitment, especially when it comes to romantic relationships.
Percentage of Population (Based on U.S. Statistics): 4.4% (4 to 5%)
Strengths: Quietly caring; Compassionate; Creative; Idealistic; Empathic helpers; Inquisitive; Independent; Adaptable
Weaknesses: Too idealistic; Too altruistic; Impractical; Take things personally; Difficult to get to know
Notable People Who Have These Traits: William Shakespeare; Julia Roberts; William Wordsworth; J.R.R. Tolkien; and Alicia Keys

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If left unchecked, an INFP’s selflessness can be detrimental as they can get too caught up in their quest for good and neglect their own basic needs. Additionally, INFPs often feel let down over and over again due to their extreme idealism.
Did You Know?
Since INFPs hold themselves and others to such high standards, INFPs are the second highest of all the types to report marital dissatisfaction.
Percentage of Population (Based on U.S. Statistics): 4.3% (4 to 5%)
Strengths: Excitement seeking; Pragmatic; Easygoing; Observant; Realistic; Efficient; Spontaneous; Troubleshooter; Experiential
Weaknesses: Insensitive; Impatient; Risk-prone; Unstructured; Defiant; May miss the bigger picture
Notable People Who Have These Traits: Ernest Hemingway; Madonna; Samuel L. Jackson; Nicolas Sarkozy; and Eddie Murphy

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With so much energy to burn, ESTPs can be impatient and don’t know when to slow down. Also, since ESTPs like to keep things lighthearted, they have a hard time dealing with serious emotions and can feel uncomfortable in emotionally charged situations.
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ESTPs often have careers in marketing, skilled trades, business, and law enforcement.
Percentage of Population (Based on U.S. Statistics): 3.3% (3 to 5%)
Strengths: Logical; Conceptual; Detached; Intellectually curious; Questioning; Adaptable; Independent; Objective
Weaknesses: Critical; Absentminded; Condescending; Withdrawn; Insensitive; Hates rules and guidelines
Notable People Who Have These Traits: Albert Einstein; Bill Gates; Isaac Newton; Rene Descartes; and Stanley Crouch

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While INTPs may be book smart, when it comes to people they can be clueless. They are often detached and because they know so much, INTPs can come across as condescending and insensitive. Although INTP likes to share ideas, they get impatient when they have to explain things and people can’t keep up with what they’re saying.
Did You Know?
Popular leisure activities for an INTP include reading, art and cultural events, chess and other strategy games, writing, taking classes, working with computers, backpacking, hiking, and meditation.
Percentage of Population (Based on U.S. Statistics): 3.2% (2 to 5%)
Strengths: Energetic; Inventive; Theoretical; Analytical; Change oriented; Adaptable; Independent; Novelty seeking; Ingenious; Verbal
Weaknesses: Insensitive; Very Argumentative; Intolerant; Can be unfocused; Dislike practical matters
Notable People Who Have These Traits: Mark Twain; Thomas Edison; Tom Hanks; Celine Dion; and Weird Al Yankovic

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On the flip side of ENTPs love for exchanging ideas, they can be very argumentative and tend to tear down others’ beliefs and ideas. Additionally, ENTPs can be quick to write people off if they can’t keep up with them or back up their ideas.
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ENTPs are often labeled as Type A people, meaning they are more competitive, ambitious, and even aggressive.
Percentage of Population (Based on U.S. Statistics): 2.5% (2 to 5%)
Strengths: Actively sociable; Enthusiastic; Harmonizer; Idealistic; Empathic; Cooperative; Imaginative; Appreciative; Tactful
Weaknesses: Overly idealistic; Too sensitive; Too selfless; Self-critical; Struggle with making tough decisions
Notable People Who Have These Traits: Barack Obama; Oprah Winfrey; Maya Angelou; Malala Yousafzai; and Sean Connery

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Although ENFJ are some of the kindest people, sometimes they take their altruism too far and often give too much of themselves. ENFJ are self-reflective, which can lead them to be too hard on themselves.
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ENFJ are the most likely of all the types to be religious and believe in some kind of higher power.
Percentage of Population (Based on U.S. Statistics): 2.1% (2 to 4%)
Strengths: Quietly innovative; Insightful; Conceptual; Logical; Independent; Determined; Seeks Understanding
Weaknesses: Critical; Arrogant; Judgmental; Overly analytical; Clueless in romance; Hate rigid rules
Notable People Who Have These Traits: Michelle Obama; Friedrich Nietzsche; Elon Musk; Colin Powell; and Arnold Schwarzenegger

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One of the downsides of critically observing the world is that INTJ can often be pessimistic. INTJ can also come off as judgmental and see people as too lazy and selfish to reach their goals. Another negative trait associated with INTJ is their refusal to follow strict rules, restrictions, and traditions.
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As over-achievers, INTJ are one of two types to do exceptionally well in college by having the highest GPA and having some of the highest incomes when they settle on a career.
Percentage of Population (Based on U.S. Statistics): 1.8% (2 to 5%)
Strengths: Planner; Vision focused; Decisive; Conceptual; Strategic; Assertive; Logical; Organized
Weaknesses: Critical; Stubborn/Dominant; Intolerant; Impatient; Arrogant; Cold; Ruthless
Notable People Who Have These Traits: Steve Jobs; Franklin D. Roosevelt; Margaret Thatcher; Malcolm X; and Whoppi Goldberg

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ENTJ are driven and many world leaders, CEOs, and entrepreneurs exhibit ENTJ traits. When an ENTJ is focused, they can accomplish anything and drive their team to also achieve top results. While ENTJ’s driven nature is generally a good thing, they have a hard time dealing with emotions and may not
realize when they hurt people close to them.
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Since ENTJ work hard to stay on top of their game, they are the least likely of all the personality types to be stressed by work or finances.
Percentage of Population (Based on U.S. Statistics): 1.5% (1 to 3%)
Strengths: Insightful; Creative; Serious; Quietly intense; Persevering; Inspiring; Loves languages and symbols
Weaknesses: Perfectionistic; Extremely private; Can burn out easily; Always need a cause; Sensitive/Defensive
Notable People Who Have These Traits: Martin Luther King Jr.; Nelson Mandela; Mother Teresa; Lady Gaga; and Marie Kondo

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A majority of INFJ see helping others as their life’s purpose and are always there to lend a helping hand. While INFJ may appear soft on the outside, they are fierce and strong-willed, but only use this high energy to make the world better and not for personal gain. Although INFJ love helping others, they tend to be very introverted and private.
Did You Know?
INFJ are so intuitive that many people feel like they are almost “psychic” and often just know something without knowing why or how they know.
FAQs
What is the rarest Myers-Briggs personality? ›
INFJ is the rarest personality type across the population, occurring in just 2% of the population. It is also the rarest personality type among men. INFJ stands for Introversion, Intuition, Feeling, and Judging. This unique combination is hard to find in most people.
What is the top 5 rarest MBTI? ›The INFJ is the rarest personality type as it typically makes up around 2% of the population. Other rare types include INTJ 'the mastermind personality', the ENTJ 'the commander', the ENFJ 'the protagonist' and the ENTP 'the debater'.
Which of the 16 personalities is the rarest? ›Advocates (INFJs) may be the rarest personality type of all, but they certainly leave their mark on the world. Idealistic and principled, they aren't content to coast through life – they want to stand up and make a difference.
What was Jesus's personality type? ›If the conclusions I've drawn are correct, Jesus had preferences for INFJ or perhaps INTJ, INFP or INTP. This might explain why he stood out so much from the crowd, aside from the fact that, for those who believe in him, he was the son of God.
What is the rarest female MBTI? ›“INTJ is the rarest personality type for women.” In fact, at about 0.5 percent of the population, INTJ women might be the rarest of any gender/type combination (perhaps only rivaled by INFJ men).
Which MBTI is least popular? ›The least common Myers-Briggs personality Type is INFJ
People who prefer INFJ make up only 1.5% of the general population in the US.
Jenna Ross. Extroverts, sensors, thinkers, and judgers tend to be the most financially successful personality types, according to new research.
What is the most common female personality type? ›Overall, the most common personality type is ISFJ
It is also the most common personality type among women. ISFJ stands for Introversion, Sensing, Feeling and Judging.
Out of the 16 personality types, those with the ENTJ (someone who aligns with Extraversion, Intuition, Thinking, Judging) personality type on average earn the most money. ENTJs are natural born leaders. They are very career-focused, and fit into the business world quite naturally.
What's the best personality type? ›ESFJ. Those who are extroverted, sensing, feeling, and judging are often identified as one of the kindest types by experts. "ESFJs have extroverted feeling as a dominant cognitive function," Gonzalez-Berrios says. "This makes them rule by their hearts.
What personality type is Guardian? ›
What is the ISFJ personality type (The Guardian)? People with an ISFJ personality type tend to be humble, hard-working, and enthusiastic in their behavior. They often focus on making sure a job is done perfectly and like to follow a specific approach.
What is the 2nd rarest personality type? ›ENFJs are the second-rarest personality type, making up only 2.2% of the population. These insightful, compelling types tend to know just the right buttons to push to motivate people towards their goals.
What personality types are prone to anxiety? ›Research has indicated that individuals with high emotional reactivity (high neuroticism) and introverted tendencies (low extroversion) are more likely to experience anxiety than other personality types [101].
What personality type is mastermind? ›INTJs are sometimes referred to as Mastermind personalities because of their strategic, logical way of thinking. Other nicknames for the INTJ include: The Conceptual Planner (MBTI)
What is Hitler's personality type? ›Adolf Hitler was an unhealthy INFJ personality type. He tended to feel resentful of other people and this could have been the driving force behind some of his actions. A healthy INFJ would enjoy making others happy, but Hitler saw this as a distraction from his vision. He often isolated himself from people entirely.
What is Obama's personality type? ›As an ENFJ, Barack tends to be warm, genuine, and empathetic. Barack is generally persuasive and often helps guide people toward a better life.
What Myers Briggs type is Elon Musk? ›As an INTJ, Elon tends to be confident, analytical, and ambitious. Elon is likely an independent thinker focused on solving the world's problems.
Who is the most confident MBTI? ›Assertive Debaters (ENTP-A), Executives (ESTJ-A), and Entrepreneurs (ESTP-A) (all 95%), and Assertive Commanders (ENTJ-A) (98%) are the personality types reporting the highest confidence in their own abilities.
What MBTI is alpha female? ›Alpha females share similar personality traits as their male counterparts, described by Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI®) as ENTJ (Extraversion, iNtuition, Thinking, Judgment).
What personality type always has to be right? ›ESTJs have a tendency to think they are always right and that their moral compass is objective, absolute and universal.
Which MBTI is least angry? ›
According to the MBTI® Manual ENTJs are the type least likely to suppress anger and least likely to show anger.
Which MBTI is too sensitive? ›The introverted (I) intuitive (N) types (“INs”)—INFJ, INFP, INTJ and INTP—are among the most “sensitive” of the personality types. This is especially true of those who are more turbulent than assertive.
Who is the most likable MBTI? ›ESFJ. Those who are extroverted, sensing, feeling, and judging are among some of the most likable people, Sameera Sullivan, matchmaker and relationship expert, tells Best Life. They can be identified by their "warm disposition and big hearts," she says.
Which MBTI is smartest? ›According to Comen, both INTJs and INTPs are among the smartest, adding that thinking is actually "the primary life goal" for INTPs, as opposed to the key tool. These people are most likely to be engineers and mathematicians, Robledo says.
Which MBTI is the richest and poorest? ›These qualities make them natural managers and executives. So it should be no surprise that ENTJs are the highest earners of all 16 personalities, with an average household income of nearly $83,0000. ENTPs are the lowest paid of this group and among the lowest of all 16 personalities, earning $61,000.
Which MBTI is the best boss? ›ENTJs are the big bosses of all the MBTI types. They are extraverted, which makes them charismatic, outgoing and inspirational leaders. They are great at avoiding conflicts and generally have a way with their words - they can easily communicate their ideas and make themselves heard.
Which personality type is attractive? ›ISFJ. You may not immediately think that an introverted personality type would make the list of charmers, as we often associate extroverts with being more social. But according to Grayson, an ISFJ is actually the most likely to captivate others.
Which MBTI is more feminine? ›With that in mind, the three most feminine would be ESFJ, ISFJ, and ENFJ in that order. The most masculine would be ENTJ, ISTP, and ESTP in that order.
What is Bill Gates personality type? ›As an INTJ, Bill tends to be confident, analytical, and ambitious. Bill is likely an independent thinker focused on solving the world's problems.
Which MBTI type has the hardest life? ›The INFP may be the toughest personality type of all for others to understand. They are seemingly easy-going and carefree, but when it comes to their values, they can become suddenly uncompromising.
Which personality type is the most sociable? ›
People with the ESFJ personality type are the stereotypical extroverts. They are social butterflies, and their need to interact with others and make people happy usually ends up making them popular.
Which MBTI is the best manipulator? ›ENFJs take the crown for the most manipulative personality type. ENFJs have high emotional intelligence and strong intuition. These combined make them very good at reading people and understanding their needs. This is one of ENFJs greatest strengths.
Which MBTI type is gifted? ›INFP, INTP, ENFP, and ENTP types constituted almost 50% of the whole gifted sample compared with 19% of the normative group. The most common type among gifted adolescents is intuition.
Which personality type is charming? ›Several experts told Best Life that extroverted, intuitive, feeling, and perceiving people are reliable charmers, thanks to their ability to make you feel at ease when you meet them. "ENFPs are rather charming people who know how to hold the audience's attention and worm their way into their hearts," Grayson says.
Which personality type is Alpha? ›Alpha. “An Alpha is a leader; she is self-assured, powerful and confident in everything she does,” says Spencer. “These personality types don't hold back, tending to steer the pack in friendships and powerfully lead their teams in work.
What are the 16 personality types called? ›Socionics divides people into 16 different types, called sociotypes which are; ESTJ, ENTJ, ESFJ, ENFJ, ISTJ, ISFJ, INTJ, INFJ, ESTP, ESFP, ENTP, ENFP, ISTP, ISFP, INTP & INFP. A formal conversion is carried out following the Myers–Briggs Type Indicator.
What is the newest personality type? ›A new “dangerous” character trait dubbed “dark empathy” has been identified by scientists — but do you possess it?
Can your Myers Briggs change? ›Can Your Myers-Briggs® Personality Type Change Over Time? According to Myers-Briggs theory, your personality type is inborn, and it doesn't change. However, the way you exhibit your type WILL change (and should) as you go through life.
What is the most depressed MBTI? ›What is the saddest MBTI type? Sadly, INFPs ranked the lowest for happiness as well as the lowest for life-satisfaction. According to the third edition of the MBTI® Manual, these types also ranked second highest in dissatisfaction with their marriages and intimate relationships.
What personality type is most susceptible to mental illness? ›Some personality types that are prone to mental health conditions include isolated introverts, overachievers, dramatists, day dreamers, worry warts, and perfectionists. People with these personalities are at risk of anxiety, depression, panic attacks, and other mental disorders.
Which personality is more affected by stress? ›
Although personality traits influence stressor-related affect, only neuroticism and extraversion among the Big Five personality traits have been examined in any detail.
What's the coldest personality type? ›ISTJs are the coldest, because of Extraverted Feeling being their Trickster function. Because the Trickster function is the function that is rebelled against, ISTJs tend to really dislike outward displays of emotion, whether that be their own or someone else's.
What personality type is very organized? ›Many highly organized people are Type D personalities.
Which personality type is genius? ›INTP - The Genius - MBTI Personality Type | Boo.
Why is INFJ so rare? ›Why is INFJ so rare? Many people think it's because society makes it difficult for INFJ personalities to remain their true selves. They end up conforming to perceived expectations, which in turn makes their genuine traits less visible. INFJ types are frequently misjudged.
What is the most loved Myers-Briggs? ›- ESFJ.
- ENFJ.
- ISFJ.
- ENFP.
- INFJ.
- ESFP.
The third most rare Myers-Briggs personality type is INTJ
Women, however, only make up 0.8% of the population for INTJs. ENTJ (0.9%) and INTJ (0.8%) are the least common MBTI personality types for women. Among men in the US, INFJ (1.3%) and ENFJ (1.6%) are the least common MBTI personality types.
INFJ – The Humpback Whale
Empathetic, protective, and even introverted – these gentle giants are the closest animal we could find to embodying the INFJ personality type.
INFJ: Cancer
The INFJ personality type fits perfectly with personality traits associated with the Cancer zodiac sign.
Advocate personalities crave authentic, meaningful friendships – friendships that allow them to share their dreams, bare their souls, and feel understood and accepted for who they are. And if that means having just one or two confidants rather than a wide circle of acquaintances, so be it.
Which MBTI is quietest? ›
INTJs are typically very quiet and reserved unless they happen to meet someone who, like them, loves exploring theoretical concepts, analyzing possibilities, and dreaming up long-term goals. That said, they're not typically very verbal when it comes to discussing their feelings or people's personal lives.
What Myers Briggs is the Queen? ›The Queen is believed to have an ISFJ personality type, which stands for introverted, sensing, feeling, judging, and these people are often described as kind, reliable, and trustworthy.
What is the strongest personality type? ›Of all the personality types, the ENFJ is often perceived as being the strongest "people person." They can forge friendships with all personality types, even with more introverted or reticent individuals.