What years are Generation Alpha? Meet the mini-millennials

Olivia Munson, USA TODAY
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Gen Z was once the youngest, but now there's a new generation in town. Named "Generation Alpha," after the first letter of the Greek alphabet, these individuals are often the children of millennials, according to Britannica.

Generations are defined by certain influences and events, categorizing people born within a specific 15- to 20-year span, the Pew Research Center reports. From baby boomers to Gen X, each age cohot has unique qualities based on the political, economic and social factors of the time.

Every day, new members of the newest generation are born. So, here's what you need to know about Gen Alpha.

What years are Gen Alpha?

The term "Generation Alpha" was coined by Mark McCrindle, a social analyst and demographer. McCrindle defines Generation Alpha, or Gen Alpha for short, as those born from 2010 to 2024.

Currently, it is the youngest generation. With more than 2.8 million people born weekly, Gen Alpha is projected to become the "largest generation in the history of the world."

Gen Alpha is considered the most technologically aware generation, having grown up alongside digital innovation. In 2010, Gen Alpha's starting line, the first iPad was released, Instagram launched and "app" was the word of the year, McCrindle reports.

How old are Gen Alpha in 2024?

Many members of Gen Alpha are still being born. This year, those born from 2010 to 2023 will be turning between 14 and 1 years old.

By 2029, the oldest members of Generation Alpha will have entered adulthood, while the youngest will be 5 years old.

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