How old would you be if born in 1979?

Someone born in 1979 would currently be 45 turning 46 years old in 2025. Discover key facts, frequently asked questions, and a day-by-day age breakdown for the year 1979 below.

Key Facts About 1979

Leap Year No
365 days
Roman Numerals MCMLXXIX
Chinese Zodiac Goat 🐐
Century 20th
1901–2000
Decade 1970s
1970–1979
Generation Gen X
(Approx.)
Jan 1st Was A... Monday
Millennium 2nd
1001–2000

Common Questions About 1979

How old are people born in 1979 now (in 2025)?

Anyone born in 1979 will turn 46 years old during 2025. Their exact age depends on their birth date. See daily breakdowns below.

How many years ago was 1979?

1979 was 46 full years before the end of 2025.

What day was January 1st, 1979?

January 1st, 1979 was a Monday.

Was 1979 a leap year?

No, 1979 was not a leap year (365 days).

How is 1979 written in Roman Numerals?

The year 1979 is written as MCMLXXIX.

What is the Chinese Zodiac animal for 1979?

1979 was the Year of the Goat 🐐.

What century was 1979 in?

The year 1979 is in the 20th Century (1901–2000).

What decade does 1979 belong to?

1979 is part of the 1970s decade (1970–1979).

What generation includes people born in 1979?

People born in 1979 are typically considered Gen X. (Definitions vary).

Daily Age Calculation for 1979 Born

How Old Am I If Born In January, 1979?

If your birthday is January 1st, 1979, your current age is approximately 46 years and 5 months old. See precise daily calculations below.

How Old Am I If Born In February, 1979?

If your birthday is February 1st, 1979, your current age is approximately 46 years and 4 months old. See precise daily calculations below.

How Old Am I If Born In March, 1979?

If your birthday is March 1st, 1979, your current age is approximately 46 years and 3 months old. See precise daily calculations below.

How Old Am I If Born In April, 1979?

If your birthday is April 1st, 1979, your current age is approximately 46 years and 2 months old. See precise daily calculations below.

How Old Am I If Born In May, 1979?

If your birthday is May 1st, 1979, your current age is approximately 46 years and 1 month old. See precise daily calculations below.

How Old Am I If Born In June, 1979?

If your birthday is June 1st, 1979, your current age is approximately 46 years and 0 months old. See precise daily calculations below.

How Old Am I If Born In July, 1979?

If your birthday is July 1st, 1979, your current age is approximately 45 years and 11 months old. See precise daily calculations below.

How Old Am I If Born In August, 1979?

If your birthday is August 1st, 1979, your current age is approximately 45 years and 10 months old. See precise daily calculations below.

How Old Am I If Born In September, 1979?

If your birthday is September 1st, 1979, your current age is approximately 45 years and 9 months old. See precise daily calculations below.

How Old Am I If Born In October, 1979?

If your birthday is October 1st, 1979, your current age is approximately 45 years and 8 months old. See precise daily calculations below.

How Old Am I If Born In November, 1979?

If your birthday is November 1st, 1979, your current age is approximately 45 years and 7 months old. See precise daily calculations below.

How Old Am I If Born In December, 1979?

If your birthday is December 1st, 1979, your current age is approximately 45 years and 6 months old. See precise daily calculations below.