Who was the youngest person ever crowned king in the Bible?

Short Answer = Joash, who became king at just 7 years old

According to 2 Kings 11:21, Joash was only seven years old when he began to reign as king.

Bible Trivia Long Answer #11

Joash holds a unique place in the Bible as the youngest king ever to be crowned.

His story begins in a time of great danger and political chaos. After the death of the previous king, a violent ruler named Athaliah tried to destroy the entire royal family to secure her power. But Joash, still just a baby, was secretly rescued and hidden in the temple for six years.

While Athaliah ruled the land, Joash grew up in hiding.

Then, at just seven years old, the priest Jehoiada organised a plan. Joash was brought out, crowned king in public, and the people celebrated as the rightful king was restored to the throne.

The Bible records this moment very simply:

“Joash was seven years old when he began to reign.” (2 Kings 11:21)

Joash’s story is a powerful reminder that leadership, purpose, and calling are not limited by age — and that even in dark times, God’s plans can continue through the most unexpected people.

You can read the full story in 2 Kings chapters 11 and 12.

So if someone asks:

Who was the youngest person ever crowned king in the Bible?
Joash, at seven years old.