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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Literally Hitler” is a rare card of the Memes World series 71, number 21185 of the collection, and the 125th best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Literally Hitler” meme mean?
This phrase expresses total rejection or irony regarding historical analogies. It highlights the absurdity of accusing someone of being evil beyond measure, often serving as a counterpoint to overly dramatic online debates.
Where does the “Literally Hitler” meme come from?
The documented origin dates to August 2009 with the anonymous Tumblr blog "Obama is Literally Hitler," which juxtaposed photos of Barack Obama and Adolf Hitler to highlight perceived similarities. The author remains unknown, and the blog was deleted. Spread accelerated on Reddit starting September 2011 with a parody account. A viral joke on November 16, 2011, claimed "Nickelback" meant "literally hitler" in Spanish, reinforcing its humorous and absurd usage in online communities.
- August 2009Creation of the anonymous Tumblr blog "Obama is Literally Hitler" juxtaposing Obama and Hitler.
- September 26, 2011Creation of the Reddit parody account "Literally Hitler," marking widespread dissemination.
- November 16, 2011Publication of a joke on r/circlejerk linking the band Nickelback to the phrase.
How to use the “Literally Hitler” meme
- Use this phrase to ridicule an internet user who systematically compares every political action to the Holocaust.
- Employ it ironically to signal that an online discussion is drifting into baseless and repetitive Nazi accusations.
- Use this term to mock people who invoke Godwin's Law excessively or inappropriately.
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The “Literally Hitler” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 21185 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | Memes World series 71 |
| Fame | 72/100 · #125 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Literally Hitler” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Literally Hitler comes out of the Memes World series 71 as a rare card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 10 MemeCoins.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
What does literally hitler mean?
It is a hyperbolic internet slang term for someone extremely negative, often used to mock abusive historical comparisons.
Literally hitler origin?
The phrase comes from a 2009 anonymous Tumblr blog comparing Barack Obama to Hitler, later spreading on Reddit via parody accounts.
Literally hitler reddit meaning?
On Reddit, it is used to ironize debates that excessively or absurdly invoke Godwin's Law.
How do I get the Literally Hitler meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Literally Hitler” is a rare card of the Memes World series 71. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Literally Hitler card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Literally Hitler · Adolf Hitler · Everyone I Don't Like Is Hitler · checked on October 12, 2026.
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