Born in 1988 — How Old Am I?

If you were born in 1988, you are 37 or 38 years old in 2026, depending on whether your birthday has passed.

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Milestones for someone born in 1988

Milestone Year
Turned (or turns) 18 2006 (passed)
Turned (or turns) 21 2009 (passed)
Turned (or turns) 30 2018 (passed)
Turned (or turns) 40 2028
Turned (or turns) 50 2038
Turns 65 2053
Turns 100 2088

Frequently asked questions

How old am I if I was born in 1988?

In 2026, someone born in 1988 is 38 years old if their birthday has already passed this year, or 37 if it has not. Select your birth month and day above for your exact age.

What generation is someone born in 1988?

Someone born in 1988 is a Millennial (born 1981–1996).

When does someone born in 1988 turn 18?

A person born in 1988 turns 18 on their birthday in 2006.