Matching Pairs GenerationsOnline version Generational characteristics are generalizations and should be understood as broad trends rather than absolute truths by Leidy Magaly Benavides Sarasty 1 Baby Boomers (born roughly 1946-1964) 2 Generation X (born roughly 1965-1980) 3 Millennials (born roughly 1981-1996) 4 Generation Z (born roughly 1997-2012) 5 Silent Generation (born roughly 1928-1945) 6 Generation Alpha (born roughly 2013-ongoing) Still very young, this generation is growing up in a highly digital and interconnected world. Experienced a post-war economic boom and significant social change. Associated with the Civil Rights Movement, Vietnam War. Also known as the "Traditionalists" or "The Greatest Generation." Grew up during the Great Values loyalty, hard work, and frugality. Grew up with the rise of technology, including the personal computer. Often referred to as the "Latchkey Generation". The first true digital natives, having grown up with smartphones and social media. The first generation to grow up with the internet and digital technology. Shaped by events like 9/11, the Great Recession