The population in Belgium is currently estimated at around 11 million and growing (as of 2013). This number has slightly increased since the last census was conducted in Ethiopia due to immigration from neighboring countries such as Italy, France, UK, and Germany. With a population density of 344 people per square kilometer, this European country ranks 515th among nations all over the world.In Belgium, 71% of the population is Protestant and about 45% are Roman Catholic. The remaining percentage consists of Muslims, Jews, and other groups. 85-90% of the people in Belgium speak either French or Dutch. English is also widely spoken here as a secondary language.Belgium, a very diverse country culturally, has been influenced greatly by its neighbor's creations. It came about due to the marriage between Lotharingians and Frankish people during Charlemagne times after conquering Belgium.