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Lost Generation vs Generation Y

The Lost Generation (born 1883–1900) and the Generation Y (born 1981–1996) compared. In 2026 they are 126–143 and 30–45 years old respectively.

Lost Generation Generation Y
Born 1883–1900 1981–1996
Age in 2026 126–143 30–45
Midpoint birth year 1892 1989
Notable people on record 1 19

The two cohorts' midpoints are about 97 years apart.

A few notable people

Lost Generation: Ruhollah Khomeini
Generation Y: Justin Timberlake, Trevor Noah, Robert Pattinson, Zoe Kravitz, Daniel Radcliffe


Last updated: 2026-06-04