which comic book creator is credited with creating batman?

The comic book creator credited with creating Batman is primarily Bob Kane, an artist and writer. However, Bill Finger, a writer co-created Batman alongside Kane and made significant contributions including the character's name, costume design, and story elements. While Bob Kane originally received sole official credit, Bill Finger was officially recognized as co-creator starting in 2015. Batman debuted in Detective Comics #27 in 1939, created by artist Bob Kane and writer Bill Finger together.