List of Famous people born in January

Sergio Albeverio is a Swiss mathematician and mathematical physicist working in numerous fields of mathematics and its applications. In particular he is known for his work in probability theory, analysis, mathematical physics, and in the areas algebra, geometry, number theory, as well as in applications, from natural to social-economic sciences.

Wang Wenjing is a Chinese billionaire businessman, chairman of Yonyou, a Chinese company specialising in accounting software and ERP software.

Ketan Mehta is an Indian film director who has also directed documentaries and television serials since 1975.

Tiit Vähi is an Estonian politician who was Prime Minister of Estonia from 1995 to 1997. He was also acting Prime Minister for several months during 1992 under the transitional government.

Kaname Takino is a professional Japanese baseball player. He plays outfielder for the Chunichi Dragons.

Michael Lloyd Coats is a former NASA astronaut, raised in Riverside, California. From December 2005 to December 2012, he served as Director of the Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas.