Greatest Generation vs Generation X¶
The Greatest Generation (born 1914–1924) and the Generation X (born 1965–1980) compared. In 2026 they are 102–112 and 46–61 years old respectively.
| Greatest Generation | Generation X | |
|---|---|---|
| Born | 1914–1924 | 1965–1980 |
| Age in 2026 | 102–112 | 46–61 |
| Midpoint birth year | 1919 | 1973 |
| Notable people on record | 7 | 20 |
The two cohorts' midpoints are about 54 years apart.
A few notable people¶
Greatest Generation: Augusto Pinochet, Gregory Peck, John F Kennedy, Nelson Mandela, Pope John Paul II
Generation X: Cindy Crawford, Salma Hayek, Nicole Kidman, Louis C.K., Kylie Minogue
Last updated: 2026-09-24