Generation Birth Year Chart
The full reference table of every named generation, its birth years, current age band and cohort size.
Generation Beta runs 2025–2039 and is projected at about 2.1 billion, Generation Alpha runs 2010–2024, Gen Z 1997–2009 and Millennials 1981–1996, on the boundaries this site uses throughout.
Generation Birth Year Chart
Frequently asked
Is the Generation Birth Year Chart free?
Yes. Every tool on AlphaBetaMinds is free, needs no account and has no usage limit.
Does this tool store what I type?
No. It runs entirely in your browser. Your inputs are never sent to our server, and nothing is logged.
How accurate is it?
It uses the McCrindle generation boundaries (Gen Alpha 2010–2024, Gen Beta 2025–2039) and UN World Population Prospects vital rates. Sources and formulas are on our methodology page.
Can I use the result in an article or report?
Yes, with a credit and a link back to this page. See our terms of use for the full licence.
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