Born on 8 February, 1917 (Thursday)

Zodiac Sign (Western)
Sunsign, Tropical Zodiac
Zodiac Sign (Vedic)
Moonsign, Sidereal Zodiac
Age (Today)
Your next birthday is 146 days away.
Life Path Number
Numerology
Day of the Week
39th day of the year 1917.
Chinese Zodiac Sign
Roman Numerals
CVIII years old
Timings
London UTC
Personality Traits for people born on February 8, 1917
Born on February 8, 1917 : A steady leader with a healer’s hands and a curious mind
- Life path 1: initiative and practical leadership—you take the first step.
- Work-first nature: Sun, Mercury, Venus and Uranus sit in the 6th house from the Moon—service, health, and craft dominate.
- Partnership energy: Mars in the 7th house from the Moon makes relationships active and sometimes confrontational.
- Inner life and study: Jupiter in the 9th and Saturn/Neptune in the 12th point to philosophy, retreats, and private struggles.
You’ve lived through big social shifts and you carry practical wisdom. Picture a hands-on person who leads quietly—someone who fixes what’s broken while quietly keeping score of loyalties. That mix of service and leadership sets the stage for the rest of your life’s chapters.
Personality : Steady, loyal
You come across as reliable and devoted. Loyalty is central; you keep promises and expect the same in return. At the same time you feel jealousy when trust cracks — it’s a guard against disappointment. In daily life this looks like someone who volunteers to manage difficult chores and follows through on small details. When Mars and Uranus stir, you speak up suddenly; when Saturn presses, you withdraw. These shifts show up in cycles and transits, and they keep your story moving.
Talent and Abilities : Practical healer and craftsman
With major planets in the 6th house from the Moon, you shine in service, health, and hands-on work. You learn by doing. Your skill may show in mechanics, medical knowledge, crafts, or design—areas where detail matters. Unconscious motives push you to fix problems for others; it feels like purpose. Jupiter in the 9th gives a love of learning and teaching, so you may become the one friends consult. When Jupiter or Uranus transit, you find sudden inspiration and new techniques.
Blind Spots : Stubborn loyalty that isolates
Your devotion can blur into possessiveness. You may expect others to meet standards you hold for yourself, then feel angry when they don’t. That makes social life tense: you attract charismatic people but recoil from those who lack tact. The Moon’s South Node in the 11th house hints at repeating social patterns from the past — you rely on familiar friends even when they fail you. Recognizing this pattern opens the door to change.
Karmic Lessons : Service, responsibility, and letting go
Your chart asks you to serve, but not to carry everyone’s burden. Saturn and Neptune in the 12th house from the Moon suggest private debts and spiritual testing. Part of your work is to learn healthy boundaries: help others without losing yourself. Rahu in the 5th house encourages creative risk-taking and perhaps unusual children or projects that push you beyond tradition. These lessons revisit you in planetary cycles, asking for steady growth.
Family and Environment : Supportive mother, complex lineage
Your mother likely played a strong role; she offered care but may also have caused friction or family controversy. Siblings and relatives can be difficult; fights are possible, yet you still feel responsible for the clan. There’s a family thread of skillful hands—crafts, transport, or trade—and a chance of legal or property matters. These themes often surface during family transits or inheritance events, nudging you to reconcile duty with self-respect.
Health and Habits : Service-minded, watch your stress
Work and service come first, but wear and tear shows if you ignore rest. The 6th-house emphasis gives practical health sense—good habits help—but Saturn/Neptune in the 12th suggest hidden or chronic complaints and a need for quiet recovery. You do best with routines: steady sleep, simple food, and a craft or hobby that calms the mind. When Saturn cycles return, slow down and listen to your body.
Education and Student Life : Practical learning over theory
Formal study may have felt scattered—interest without follow-through—but you pick up practical skills fast. You may be the person who left school early to learn a trade, then returned to teach yourself new techniques. Multilingual or hands-on learning is likely. Later in life, Jupiter transits can bring formal recognition or a late return to study, turning earlier gaps into new strengths.
Work, Money and Career : Disciplined worker, practical leader
You build steady income through service, skilled trades, health, transport, or small business. Life path 1 gives leadership—you start projects and expect others to follow. If you are male, roles tied to land, finance, or craftsmanship may suit you; if you are female, practical crafts, healthcare or administrative leadership fit well. Money comes through consistent effort, though beware quick schemes. Career cycles change with Jupiter and Saturn transits, which can bring promotions or tests in responsibility.
Love Life and Romantic Partners : Intense partnerships
Partnerships are a battlefield and a workshop. Mars in the 7th adds heat: you fall into active, sometimes confrontational relationships that ask you to negotiate. You want a partner who is charismatic and tactful; you resist bluntness. If you are male: your wife may come from a stable, skilled family and act as practical support. If you are female: your husband may be intellectual, tied to writing, teaching, or technical work. Intimacy can bring satisfaction but also medical or stamina challenges; in some charts twins or fertility issues appear. These themes often become clearer during Mars or Venus transits, which test and refine your bond.
Areas of Improvement and Obstacles : Boundary work and impatience
You can be short-tempered and selective to the point of isolation. Jealousy and a quick tongue damage ties. Learning to step back, to delegate, and to accept imperfect people is essential. You also risk overworking; the 6th-house load can wear you down. Face these blunt facts and you’ll gain freedom—these are the exact struggles that make later life stable and meaningful.
Actionable Insights, Tips, Techniques, Tools and Strategies :
- Set clear daily routines: short work blocks and planned rest to protect health.
- Practice one boundary: say “no” to one request a week to build limits.
- Use a notebook to track loyalty and disappointments—this turns emotion into facts.
- Learn a craft or hobby that calms you—woodwork, gardening, or sewing fit well.
- Watch Saturn and Jupiter transits: when Saturn tests you, slow down; when Jupiter opens doors, take measured risks.
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Some famous persons born on February 8, 1917
- Ady Raul da Silva, Agronomist, and University teacher, born in Rio de Janeiro (died: September 18, 2011)
- Laurids Ross, Chemist, born in United States of America (died: October 30, 2000)
- Eugene F. McGurl, Military personnel, born in Belmont (died: June 3, 1942)
- Jef Onckelinx, Sport cyclist, born in Landen (died: August 15, 1991)
- Luis Alvarez Rodriguez, Military personnel, born in Madrid (died: December 21, 1999)
- Wilhelm Schubert, Locksmith, born in Magdeburg (died: January 12, 2006)
- Carlos Juárez, Politician, and Lawyer, born in La Banda (died: July 2, 2010)
- Karlo Umek, Sport shooter, born in Brežice (died: September 25, 2010)
- Ehsan Tabari, Poet, and Writer, born in Sari (died: April 28, 1989)
- Ivan Zayanchkovsky, Zoologist, Veterinarian, and Writer, born in Ruda (died: May 24, 2010)
- Anatoly Koloshin, Film director, Filmmaker, Documentary filmmaker, Camera operator, and Screenwriter, born in Saint Petersburg (died: February 25, 2004)
- Charlie Timmons, American football player, born in Piedmont (died: March 27, 1996)
- Richard Breyer, Geographer, and Historian, born in Saint Petersburg (died: January 1, 1999)
- Toshio Oka, Lyricist, born in Ononii (died: November 24, 2009)
- Jovo Pavić, Military personnel, born in Vedro Polje, Bosanski Petrovac (died: August 1, 2011)
- Q15899759, Businessperson, born in Kagi Prefecture (died: December 10, 1979)
- Albert Revet, Catholic priest, born in Calais (died: June 30, 1986)
- Joan Abancó i Capdevila, Painter, born in Moià (died: June 13, 2014)
- Q55103336, Cotton planter, born in Dzhebrailsky Uyezd
- Antonín Man, Manager, Soldier, and Official, born in Smrk (died: January 1, 2008)
- Thomas R. Fortune, Politician, born in Suffolk (died: December 30, 1986)
- Ramon Bosch Estivil, Politician, born in Barcelona
- Fritz Aurada, Geographer, born in Vienna (died: January 1, 2004)
- Alfred Hageni, Writer, born in Frankenthal
- Michal Plánka, Art theorist, Art historian, Exhibition curator, and Historian, born in Malé Karlovice (died: October 30, 2007)
- Lee Huan, Politician, born in Hankou (died: December 2, 2010)
What happened on February 8, 1917
Ugh, my events diary has no entry for this date.February 8, 1917 Facts
What is my generation?
The person with birth year 1917 belongs to the GI Generation group.
When am I eligible to vote, open a bank account, buy a simcard and open a bank account? (Age of Majority)
- United States: February 8, 1935
- India: February 8, 1935
- Philippines: February 8, 1935
- United Kingdom: February 8, 1935
- Canada: February 8, 1935
When am I eligible to get a driving license?
Learner's Permit (Under supervision)
- United States: February 8, 1932
- India: February 8, 1933
- Philippines: February 8, 1933
- United Kingdom: February 8, 1934
- Canada: February 8, 1933
Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)
- United States: February 8, 1933
- India: February 8, 1935
- Philippines: February 8, 1935
- United Kingdom: February 8, 1934
- Canada: February 8, 1933
Full Driving License
- United States: February 8, 1935
- India: February 8, 1937
- Philippines: February 8, 1935
- United Kingdom: February 8, 1938
- Canada: February 8, 1935
When do I reach age of consent?
- United States: February 8, 1933
- India: February 8, 1935
- Philippines: February 8, 1933
- United Kingdom: February 8, 1933
- Canada: February 8, 1933
When can I marry without parental consent?
- United States: February 8, 1935
- India: February 8, 1938
- Philippines: February 8, 1935
- United Kingdom: February 8, 1935
- Canada: February 8, 1935
When do I reach legal age of drinking (consuming alcohol)?
- United States: February 8, 1938
- India: February 8, 1938
- Philippines: February 8, 1935
- United Kingdom: February 8, 1935
- Canada: February 8, 1936
When do I reach legal age of smoking (consuming tobacco)?
- India: February 8, 1935
- Canada: February 8, 1936
- United States: February 8, 1938
- Philippines: February 8, 1938
- United Kingdom: February 8, 1935
When Will I Become a Millionaire?
March 8, 1963
Yes, you can become a millionaire by saving small and investing. Believe in yourself and it's never too late to start.
Please note, this calculation assumes $100 monthly savings into US stocks with ARR 7% and that the monthly savings double every 10 years from the starting date. The actual outcome might vary based on additional factors not considered in this simple calculation, such as taxes, fees, changes in contribution, or more complex compounding scenarios.Your next birthday
- February 8, 2026 is on a Sunday.
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Astrology Analysis


Ephemeris for February 8, 1917
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on February 8, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for February 8, 2025 |
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Sun | 18 Aquarius 56 | 19 Aquarius 44 | 5 Gemini 23 |
Moon | 1 Virgo 10 | 27 Gemini 28 | 16 Leo 41 |
Mercury | 23 Capricorn 20 | 18 Aquarius 49 | 20 Taurus 46 |
Venus | 29 Capricorn 43 | 2 Aries 46 | 13 Gemini 36 |
Mars | 23 Aquarius 26 | 18 Cancer 38 | 16 Taurus 34 |
Jupiter | 29 Aries 6 | 11 Gemini 18 | 22 Taurus 15 |
Saturn | 26 Cancer 15 | 18 Pisces 10 | 27 Cancer 36 |
Uranus | 19 Aquarius 36 | 23 Taurus 18 | 23 Aquarius 40 |
Neptune | 3 Leo 5 | 28 Pisces 11 | 2 Leo 37 |
Pluto | 2 Cancer 34 | 2 Aquarius 16 | 3 Cancer 12 |
Rahu | 18 Capricorn 20 | 29 Pisces 28 | 12 Capricorn 37 |
Ketu | 18 Cancer 20 | 29 Virgo 28 | 12 Cancer 37 |
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Exact: 29 August, 2025 - Jupiter opposition Rahu
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