Exact age today by birth month
How old were you in…? Age in other years
When can you retire?
- United States: full Social Security retirement age for people born in 2008 is 67, reached in 2075. Benefits can start from age 62 (in 2070) at a reduced rate. Source: Social Security Administration.
- Elsewhere: pension ages differ by country and employer – for example, many government jobs in India retire at 60 (in 2068).
Milestone birthdays
Generation and zodiac
- Generation: 2008 falls in Generation Z, born 1997–2012 (Pew Research Center definition).
- Chinese zodiac: the Earth Rat, from Chinese New Year, which was on February 7, 2008. Born earlier in 2008? Your sign is the Pig.
- Calendar: 2008 started on a Tuesday and had 366 days, including February 29.
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Frequently asked questions
How old am I if I was born in 2008?
In 2026 you turn 18. So today, October 19, 2026, you are 18 if your birthday has passed and 17 if it has not.
What generation is 2008?
Someone born in 2008 belongs to Generation Z (born 1997–2012).
When can I retire if I was born in 2008?
In the United States, the full Social Security retirement age for people born in 2008 is 67. You can start reduced benefits at 62, in 2070. Other countries set their own pension ages.
What is the Chinese zodiac sign for 2008?
The Earth Rat. Chinese New Year 2008 was on February 7, 2008, so people born in 2008 before that date are the Pig.
Was 2008 a leap year?
Yes. 2008 had 366 days, with February 29 falling on a Friday.
When does someone born in 2008 turn 50?
In 2058, in 32 years.
Other birth years