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Expert makes sad prediction about brand new generation born this week as controversial name is revealed

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Published 11:33 2 Jan 2025 GMT

Expert makes sad prediction about brand new generation born this week as controversial name is revealed

A brand-new generation began as of New Year's Day

Rhiannon Ingle

Rhiannon Ingle

An expert has made a pretty sad prediction about the brand-new generation born this week as their controversial name has been revealed.

Now, we already know all about Baby Boomers (born 1946–1964), Gen X (born 1965–1979), Millennials (born 1980–1994), Gen Z (born 1995–2012) and even Gen Alpha (born 2013-2024) - but what on earth do we call the generation after that?

Well, the latest generation of babies will be born between 2025 and 2039 and could end up being the first generation to live into the 22nd century, with one expert even calling them the 'dawn of a new era'.

The latest generation of babies will be born between 2025 and 2039 (Getty Stock Images)
The latest generation of babies will be born between 2025 and 2039 (Getty Stock Images)

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Now, this generation has been given the name 'Gen Beta' - something that people are seriously not happy about.

After catching light of the generation's moniker, one social media user writing: "Beta is a terrible name, nobody is calling them that," as another said: "Beta sounds like they're in a testing phase."

Meanwhile, a third added: "Please they should change it to something meaningful. My children will not be 'beta'."

One even claimed they wouldn't be having a 'beta baby' because they didn't like the name.

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"Beta doesn't sound nice I will not be giving birth to no betas so it's after 2039," they wrote on X.

In a recent blog post, demographer and consultant Mark McCrindle explained that the upcoming generation will 'grow up in a world shaped by breakthroughs in technology, evolving social norms, and an increasing focus on sustainability and global citizenship'.

He also shared his thoughts on what the likely key traits of Gen Beta will end up being.

Generation Beta will be be 'more globally minded, community-focused, and collaborative than ever before' (Getty Stock Images)
Generation Beta will be be 'more globally minded, community-focused, and collaborative than ever before' (Getty Stock Images)

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The expert continued: "Generation Beta will also inherit a world grappling with major societal challenges. With climate change, global population shifts, and rapid urbanisation at the forefront, sustainability will not just be a preference but an expectation.

"This generation will be raised by Millennial and older Gen Z parents, many of whom prioritise adaptability, equality, and eco-consciousness in their parenting."

Due to this, Gen Beta will allegedly be 'more globally minded, community-focused, and collaborative than ever before' as their upbringing will 'emphasise the importance of innovation not just for convenience, but for solving the pressing challenges of their time'.

Unlikes their predecessors, social connection will look totally different for Gen Beta - something many people may be quite sad over.

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"Born into a world of always-on technology, they will navigate friendships, education, and careers in an era where digital interaction is the default," McCrindle adds. "However, curating their own digital identities with safety and wisdom (driven by their parents) will be a priority, as will helping them foster a strong sense of individuality - both in online and offline environments."

Because of this, McCrindle predicts that this latest generation will 'embody the balance between hyper-connectivity and personal expression', adding: "They’ll redefine what it means to belong, blending in-person relationships with global digital communities."

Featured Image Credit: Getty Stock Images

Topics: Life, News, Parenting, Pregnancy, Technology, Environment

Rhiannon Ingle
Rhiannon Ingle

Rhiannon Ingle is a Senior Journalist at Tyla, specialising in TV, film, travel, and culture. A graduate of the University of Manchester with a degree in English Literature, she honed her editorial skills as the Lifestyle Editor of The Mancunian, the UK’s largest student newspaper. With a keen eye for storytelling, Rhiannon brings fresh perspectives to her writing, blending critical insight with an engaging style. Her work captures the intersection of entertainment and real-world experiences.

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