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A New Generation Begins as the New Year Kicks Off
As 2024 comes to a close, the world is ready to greet a brand-new year. But there’s something else about to change that people are buzzing about – the arrival of a new generation.
While many people are still talking about Generation Z and Generation Alpha, the clock striking midnight tonight marks the start of Generation Beta. And people online are having mixed reactions to the name.
A New Generation: Gen Beta
Starting on January 1st, babies born from this moment forward will belong to a generation labeled Gen Beta. This new generation will include children born between 2025 and roughly 2039. Like any generational label, these dates are flexible, but the beginning of Gen Beta is clear.
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This transition marks the end of Generation Alpha, which began in 2010, and the passing of the torch from Generation Z (1997 to 2013). However, Gen Z will still be widely discussed, and their cultural impact will likely continue for many years.
What People Think About ‘Beta’
You might be surprised to learn that not everyone is excited about the name “Beta” for the new generation. Social media is full of people questioning the choice and even poking fun at it.
One user posted, “Might be the worst name they could’ve thought of.” Another added, “Being called a Beta Baby is crazy work.” People even joked, saying, “Imagine being called ‘Beta’ your entire life,” or “Thank goodness I wasn’t born a Beta.”
It’s clear that the name has generated some shock, with many expressing confusion or disappointment. The idea of being labeled as a “Beta” seems to rub people the wrong way, and the jokes keep coming.
Social Media Reactions Are Mixed
Of course, social media is buzzing with opinions. One person tweeted, “My kids will be Beta. NOOOOOO??” while someone else said, “I don’t think they’ll like that very much.” Others speculated that this generation would face major challenges, with one user writing, “This will be the worst generation ever, mark my words.”
But not everyone is so negative. Some are more hopeful, saying, “I hope Gen Beta kids have a better, less technology-dependent childhood than Alphas.” This shows that there’s still a lot of optimism about what this new generation might bring.
The ‘Lunch Table’ Concern
There’s also been some humor surrounding the name “Beta.” One person jokingly commented, “Generation Beta is crazy. Why would they choose that? These kids aren’t gonna survive the lunch table.”
While this might sound like a valid concern, it’s important to note that most of the kids they’ll be with at the lunch table will also be part of Gen Beta. So, in reality, they won’t be facing this challenge alone – they’ll all be in the same boat.
Hopes for Gen Beta
Despite the jokes and concerns, there’s still hope for Generation Beta. Many people believe this new generation will be different from the ones that came before them. One social media user commented, “In the majority, they will be kids of millennials and some of the initial Gen Zs…all in all, children of 90s kids. Hoping for the best ever born generation as their parents are from the best times of Earth, non-tech followed by tech times.”
These optimistic views suggest that there’s still plenty of potential for Gen Beta, even if their name is a little controversial.
Looking Forward to the Future
As we step into 2025, the birth of Gen Beta marks a significant turning point. Although the name may raise a few eyebrows, these new babies are destined to make their mark in the world. Whether they’ll be defined by technology, the challenges of their times, or the wisdom of their millennial and early Gen Z parents, one thing is for sure – the future of Generation Beta will be exciting to watch.
The debates and discussions around their name will likely continue, but regardless of what they’re called, these children will shape the next chapter in history. It’s a fresh start for a new generation, and the world is eager to see what they’ll bring to the table.
