21 in Roman Numerals

The number 21 written in Roman numerals is XXI.

21
=
XXI

How XXI is built:

XX= 20
I= 1
XXI= 21
Reverse lookup

Looking up the other way? XXI in Arabic numbers is 21. Use the full converter to enter any Roman numeral:

Open Roman Numeral Converter →
Nearby numbers
Frequently asked questions
What is 21 in Roman numerals?
21 in Roman numerals is XXI. It is built from XX (20) + I (1) = 21.
How do you write 21 in Roman numerals?
To write 21 in Roman numerals, identify the largest Roman symbols that fit: 20 = XX, 1 = I. Write them left to right: XXI.
What does XXI mean?
XXI is the Roman numeral for 21. The symbols represent: XX = 20, I = 1, which add up to 21.
What is the range of Roman numerals?
Standard Roman numerals cover 1 to 3,999 (I to MMMCMXCIX). Numbers outside this range cannot be represented with the classic seven symbols: I, V, X, L, C, D, M.
Convert any number

The full Roman Numeral Converter lets you convert any number from 1 to 3,999 in both directions — Arabic to Roman and Roman to Arabic — instantly in your browser.

Open Roman Numeral Converter →