Overall, yes. But in modern times, say from the last 5 to 10 years I'd put Batman up as a very good contender for the title of "most iconic DC character", but that's just me.
Yes, he is the quintessential superhero. Whenever someone hears the word 'superhero' they most likely think of something like Superman: big muscular guy, super powers, big smile, cape, and colourful costume. Yeah, that does describe a bunch of characters, but Superman did it first and those other guys were following the pattern set by Superman.
Yes but batman is more popular. He is the most iconic because he is the oldest, one of the most powerful, and stands for hope. That s on his chest is an icon.
As far as I am concerned, Superman and Batman are just sides of a coin in terms of iconic reverence, they both are this worlds most famous fictional figures since Santa Claus, Superman shares his timelessness with Batman that will remain famous after we are all old and gone.
He is probably the most iconic superhero at this point, why else would there are so many expies of him. Even writers like Garth Ennis respect the character and its meaning. Batman's more popular though obviously.
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