Somalis in Ethiopia refers to ethnic Somalis residing in Ethiopia, particularly in the Somali Region. Their language is primarily Somali and are majority Islam adhering while there is Christian minority in the group. According to 2008 census based on Central Statistical Authority, Somali was the third largest ethnic group in Ethiopia with 4,560,000 population, accounting 6.2% after Oromo (34.4%), Amhara (27%).