List of contemporary ethnic groups

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It has been suggested that this article be split into articles titled List of contemporary ethnic groups of Africa, List of contemporary ethnic groups of Oceania, List of contemporary ethnic groups of Europe, List of contemporary ethnic groups of North America, List of contemporary ethnic groups of South America and List of contemporary ethnic groups of Asia. (Discuss) (June 2025)

The following is a list of contemporary ethnic groups. There has been constant debate over the classification of ethnic groups. Membership of an ethnic group tends to be associated with shared ancestry, history, homeland, language or dialect and cultural heritage; where the term "culture" specifically includes aspects such as religion, mythology and ritual, cuisine, dressing (clothing) style and other factors.

By the nature of the concept, ethnic groups tend to be divided into subgroups, may themselves be or not be identified as independent ethnic groups depending on the source consulted.