Generation Y vs Generation Z¶
The Generation Y (born 1981–1996) and the Generation Z (born 1997–2012) compared. In 2026 they are 30–45 and 14–29 years old respectively.
| Generation Y | Generation Z | |
|---|---|---|
| Born | 1981–1996 | 1997–2012 |
| Age in 2026 | 30–45 | 14–29 |
| Midpoint birth year | 1989 | 2005 |
| Notable people on record | 22 | 32 |
The two cohorts' midpoints are about 16 years apart.
A few notable people¶
Generation Y: Justin Timberlake, Kim Jong Un, Trevor Noah, Robert Pattinson, Zoe Kravitz
Generation Z: Maxwell Frost, Chloë Grace Moretz, Camila Cabello, Lisa, Asa Butterfield
Last updated: 2026-09-24