How long was The Baby Boomer Generation?
The Baby Boomer Generation lasted 18 years (1946 – 1964) across 2 major phases.
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Duration Overview
Duration
18 years
Start
1946 AD
End
1964 AD
Category
Generations
Born 1946-1964 (18 years). 76 million born in the US alone. Defined by post-war prosperity, civil rights, Vietnam, and Woodstock.
Phases & Periods
Early Boomers 8 years
1946 AD – 1954 AD
Post-war baby boom peak. Grew up in 1950s prosperity.
Late Boomers (Generation Jones) 10 years
1955 AD – 1964 AD
Came of age during Vietnam, Watergate, oil crisis. More cynical.
For perspective...
That's 18 years — roughly a human lifetime. Someone born at the start could have lived to see the end.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long was The Baby Boomer Generation?
Born 1946-1964 (18 years). 76 million born in the US alone. Defined by post-war prosperity, civil rights, Vietnam, and Woodstock.
When did The Baby Boomer Generation start and end?
The Baby Boomer Generation began in 1946 and ended in 1964, spanning 18 years.
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