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What generation is 2016?

If you were born in 2016, you are part of Generation Alpha.

Generation Alpha birth years are 2013-2024.

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2016 maps to Generation Alpha on this site.

Generation Alpha covers people born from 2013 to 2024, the cohort after Generation Z.

Generation Alpha is growing up with tablets, voice assistants, on-demand video, AI tools, hybrid learning, and highly personalized digital entertainment from early childhood.

Last reviewed: May 4, 2026.

Why 2016 maps to Generation Alpha

  • 2016 falls between 2013 and 2024.
  • Generation Alpha is the generation immediately associated with that range in this guide.
  • Cutoff years can vary, so people born near 2013 or 2024 may see different labels from different publishers.
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2016 Generation FAQ

What generation is 2016? +

Someone born in 2016 is part of Generation Alpha in this guide.

Is 2016 a Generation Alpha birth year? +

Yes. 2016 falls inside the Generation Alpha birth-year range of 2013-2024.

Are generation cutoffs exact? +

No. Generation ranges are useful shorthand, and cutoff years can vary by source. This site uses one consistent range table for fast lookup.