Genghis Khan had a large number of children, though the exact number is not known.
Historians have estimated that Genghis Khan had between several hundred to a thousand or more children. This number includes children from his primary wife and numerous secondary wives and concubines. It’s important to differentiate between the children from his primary wife, Börte, and those from his other partners.
Children with Börte
Genghis Khan's children with his primary wife, Börte, are the most well-documented. He is believed to have had between 8 and 10 children with her.
Known Children of Genghis Khan with Börte
| Name | Gender |
|---|---|
| Jochi | Male |
| Chagatai | Male |
| Ögedei | Male |
| Tolui | Male |
| Kulan | Female |
| Alakhai Bekhi | Female |
| Tumelün | Female |
| Alaltun | Female |
Estimations of Total Offspring
The many offspring attributed to Genghis Khan resulted from his practices that were acceptable at the time. He had the right to children with women he took as wives, consorts and concubines. Thus, the estimates of several hundred to a thousand or more children are based on these relationships.
It is impossible to pinpoint an exact number due to the historical record being incomplete. However, it's clear that Genghis Khan had a large impact on the demographics of his era.
