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Linus Torvalds Height

How tall is Linus Torvalds? Verified measurement of 5' 9.7" (177 cm), proportional silhouette comparison against national baselines, and peer lineup.

CMFT / IN0204060801001201401601802002201′0″2′0″3′0″4′0″5′0″6′0″7′0″Linus Torvalds5' 9.7" (177 cm)Avg Finland Man5' 10.7" (179.6 cm)Avg Finland Woman5' 5.3" (165.9 cm)
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Measurement & Verification Breakdown

Metric Height
177 cm
1.77 meters
Imperial Height
5' 9.7"
69.7 in
Finland Percentile
36th
Adult Men
Profession
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Finland
Linus Torvalds is 2.6 cm (1.0 in) shorter than the average adult Finland men (179.6 cm / 5' 10.7").
Verified height source: CelebHeights•Accessed 2026-10-14
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How Tall is Linus Torvalds in Context?

At 5 feet 10 inches (177 cm), Linus Torvalds stands at 1.77 meters (or 69.7 in).

When placed against national health statistics from Finland, Linus Torvalds is 2.6 cm (1.0 in) shorter than the average adult Finland men (179.6 cm / 5' 10.7"). According to standardized demographic stature distributions, this places him in approximately the 36th percentile among adult Finland men.

Within the other notable people community, stature often influences role perception, public stage presence, and camera blocking. Use our free interactive Height Comparison Chart to place Linus Torvalds side-by-side with yourself or any other public figure.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How tall is Linus Torvalds in feet and inches?

Linus Torvalds is 5 feet 10 inches tall (5' 9.7"), which converts to exactly 177 centimeters or 1.77 meters.

Is Linus Torvalds taller than the average Finland man?

Linus Torvalds is 2.6 cm (1.0 in) shorter than the average adult Finland men (179.6 cm / 5' 10.7").

How can I visually compare my height to Linus Torvalds?

You can use our interactive comparison tool to place your custom height alongside Linus Torvalds with proportional full-body silhouettes and downloadable scale charts.