Guyana Fertility Rate
Total fertility rate SP.DYN.TFRT.IN
Guyana's fertility rate was 2.36 in 2025, ranked 80th globally. This represents a 2.3% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 1960–2025.
Overview
Guyana's fertility rate stood at 2.36 in 2025, a decline of +0.06 from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 2.36 by 2025. Guyana ranked 80th globally.
Guyana's fertility rate has undergone significant fluctuations over the past six and a half decades, with the indicator experiencing a marked decline since its peak in 1961 when the country's fertility rate was 6.34 children per woman. This is consistent with the trend observed in several other countries in the region, including the Kyrgyz Republic, where the fertility rate has also shown a similar downward trajectory. In contrast to its peak, Guyana's fertility rate has dropped to 2.36 children per woman in 2025, placing it at 80th globally. The country's fertility rate has been steadily decreasing, with the rate of decline accelerating in recent years. This downward trend suggests a shift towards lower fertility rates, which could have implications for Guyana's demographic and economic development. However, a significant change in family planning policies or an increase in urbanization could potentially alter the trajectory of Guyana's fertility rate and slow or reverse its decline.
Data & projection
| Year | Fertility Rate | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 2.33 | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 2.36 | - | - |
| 2025 | 2.36 | −0.06 | #80 |
| 2023 | 2.41 | −0.02 | #136 |
| 2022 | 2.44 | −0.03 | #136 |
| 2021 | 2.46 | −0.03 | #135 |
| 2020 | 2.49 | −0.03 | #134 |
| 2019 | 2.52 | −0.03 | #133 |
| 2018 | 2.55 | −0.04 | #132 |
| 2017 | 2.59 | −0.04 | #133 |
| 2016 | 2.63 | −0.03 | #131 |
| 2015 | 2.67 | −0.03 | #134 |
| 2014 | 2.70 | −0.02 | #133 |
| 2013 | 2.71 | +0.01 | #134 |
| 2012 | 2.70 | +0.01 | #135 |
| 2011 | 2.69 | +0.01 | #136 |
| 2010 | 2.68 | −0.01 | #133 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Guyana matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw fertility rate improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Guyana's fertility rate was 2.36 in 2025. Ranked 80th globally. This represents a 2.3% decrease from the previous year.
Guyana's fertility rate peaked at 6.34 in 1961.
The lowest fertility rate in Guyana was 2.36 in 2025.
Guyana ranks 80th globally in fertility rate as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is SP.DYN.TFRT.IN. Data sourced from World Bank.
Guyana's fertility rate is projected to reach 2.36 by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The fertility rate of Guyana in 2025 was 2.36. This ranks 80th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_guyana_fertility-rate,
title = {Guyana Fertility Rate},
url = {https://historysaid.com/guyana/fertility-rate/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}