This chart lists the generations by birth year as commonly defined (Pew Research). Boundaries are approximate and vary slightly by source.
| Generation | Birth years |
|---|---|
| The Silent Generation | 1928 – 1945 |
| Baby Boomers | 1946 – 1964 |
| Generation X | 1965 – 1980 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) | 1981 – 1996 |
| Generation Z | 1997 – 2012 |
| Generation Alpha | 2013 – 2025 |