Generation Calculator
Enter your birth year to find which generation you belong to. Below is the full list of generations with their birth-year ranges.
Enter your birth year
Generations by birth year
| Generation | Birth years |
|---|---|
| Generation Alpha | 2013 – 2025 |
| Generation Z | 1997 – 2012 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) | 1981 – 1996 |
| Generation X | 1965 – 1980 |
| Baby Boomers | 1946 – 1964 |
| Silent Generation | 1928 – 1945 |
| Greatest Generation | 1901 – 1927 |
Commonly used ranges; sources vary by a year or two at the edges.
Why the boundaries are approximate
Generations are cultural groupings, not exact science, so different researchers draw the lines a year or two apart. If you were born near a boundary — a “cusp” — you may relate to both neighbouring generations.
Frequently asked questions
Which generation am I?
It depends on your birth year. Enter it above, or check the table — for example, anyone born from 1997 to 2012 is Generation Z.
What years are Millennials?
Millennials, also called Generation Y, are usually defined as those born between 1981 and 1996.