C reigns supreme and Java edges Python in TIOBE's latest programming language rankings on March 8, 2021, 8:14 AM PST While the rankings were somewhat similar to February's, the company announced a number of new features to enhance the index moving forward. Image: iStock/monsitj Each month TIOBE releases its roundup of the top programming languages, and the company recently unveiled its March rankings. The latest roundup is similar to the February rankings, however, there are nuances, surging languages and upcoming features to note. Must-read developer content Top programming languages: TIOBE March 2021 As was the case in February, C again holds the top spot with a 15.33%. Runner-up Java boasts a rating of 10.45% to edge out third-place Python (10.31%). In order, C++ and C# round out the top five with ratings of 6.52% and 4.97%, respectively. Compared to February's rankings, the March top five remained unchanged.