The RMS Titanic had approximately 2,208 to 2,222 people on board during its maiden voyage, including both passengers and crew. Specifically, there were about 1,317 passengers divided into 324 in First Class, 284 in Second Class, and 709 in Third Class. The total number of people aboard (passengers plus crew) was around 2,222 according to multiple sources
. The Titanic was capable of carrying up to 3,547 people when fully loaded, but it sailed at roughly half capacity on its maiden trip
. In summary:
- Total people on board (passengers + crew): ~2,208 to 2,222
- Passengers only: ~1,317
- Maximum capacity: 3,547
These figures reflect the number of people who were actually on the ship when it sank on April 15, 1912
