Generation Y

'Generation Y’ is a term coined in 1993, intended to refer to children born between 1984 and 1994. This meaning has gradually evolved over time to refer to people born between 1978 and 2000. Gen-Y followed from Gen-X (or the Baby Boomers), which referred to people born between 1960 and 1980. Gen-Y was conceived as a pejorative term, and thus, its use is controversial. Echo Boomers, The Millenials and The Internet Generation are all synonyms for Gen-Y. Often, the synonyms are preferred for public usage to avoid offending anyone. Gen-Y members are incorrectly associated with a lack of respect for authority. However, they are known to speak their opinions openly.

(Reference(s): Wikipedia)