• Faith: Christian
• Career: Public Figure
• Birthday:  March 20, 2006

Barron Trump is the only child of Melania Trump and Donald Trump. While his father was President, from 2017 to 2021, Barron was the only one of the president’s five children to reside in the White House.

Born on March 20, 2006, in New York City, Barron is the youngest of Donald Trump's five children, and his siblings—Donald Trump Jr., Ivanka Trump, Eric Trump, and Tiffany Trump—are from his father’s previous marriages. Barron's mother, Melania, hails from Slovenia and worked as a model before marrying Donald in 2005.

From a young age, Barron had the luxury of growing up in the penthouse apartment of Trump Tower in Manhattan. Living in such a high-profile environment exposed him to the world of business and politics early on, as his father was already a prominent figure in the media. According to Melania, she was very hands-on with Barron’s upbringing, managing much of his day-to-day life and instilling values of discipline and responsibility. As she once said in an interview, "I am raising Barron the way I was raised in Slovenia. He has chores and responsibilities, just like any other kid."

Barron reportedly shared a close bond with his mother, who was known to be highly protective of him during his childhood. The media observed that Melania kept Barron somewhat shielded from the public eye, ensuring that he had as normal a childhood as possible despite his family’s fame.

Barron received a prestigious education, attending the Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School in Manhattan while living in New York. The school is known for its rigorous academic program and for catering to children of influential families.

In January 2017, when Donald Trump was inaugurated as the 45th President of the United States, Barron became the first boy to live in the White House since John F. Kennedy Jr. in the 1960s. Initially, Barron and Melania remained in New York for the first few months of Trump’s presidency so that Barron could finish his school year at Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School. In June 2017, Melania and Barron moved to the White House, where he transitioned to life in the nation’s capital.

At the age of just 11, Barron suddenly found himself in a unique position as the child of a sitting U.S. president. He was often seen accompanying his parents to major events, from the annual Easter Egg Roll on the South Lawn to state visits and holiday celebrations. Unlike his older siblings, Barron generally stayed out of the political limelight, and his parents worked hard to keep him away from political controversies.

Despite his low-key presence, Barron’s appearance at public events frequently drew attention due to his height and reserved demeanor. By the time he was 15, Barron had grown to an impressive height of 6 feet 7 inches, surpassing his father and siblings in stature. This, of course, became a frequent talking point in the media and among Trump supporters.

Though Barron largely avoided the political drama of his father's presidency, he did not entirely escape the scrutiny that came with being a Trump. He faced occasional public attention from the media, especially concerning his fashion choices and quiet demeanor. In 2017, the then-11-year-old sparked a debate when critics commented on his casual attire during public appearances. The First Lady responded firmly, defending her son’s right to dress comfortably and calling on the media to respect his privacy as a child.

When Donald Trump left office in January 2021, the Trump family relocated to their residence at Mar-a-Lago in Palm Beach, Florida. Barron enrolled in the prestigious Oxbridge Academy, a private school in West Palm Beach. After graduating high school in 2024, he enrolled at NYU’s Stern School of Business for his freshman year of college.

Barron Trump's Religious Beliefs

Despite his high-profile upbringing, Barron has largely remained a private figure, with limited information available about his personal beliefs, including his religious views. However, he was raised in a Christian household, and religion has played a notable role in the Trump family.

His mother, Melania Trump, is a practicing Catholic, and during her time as First Lady, she highlighted her faith on multiple occasions, including the restoration of a White House chapel and a visit to the Vatican. Barron was baptized in the Catholic Church, which suggests that Catholicism has been a part of his early spiritual formation. Additionally, Donald Trump himself identifies as a Presbyterian, a Protestant denomination, and during his presidency, he frequently referenced his Christian faith in speeches and public appearances.

While Barron has not publicly discussed his own faith in detail, it is likely that both his Catholic upbringing and his father’s Protestant background have influenced his religious perspective. As he continues to grow, it remains to be seen how Barron will express his faith, but his family’s strong Christian ties are expected to shape his spiritual journey.