Born on 20 May, 1953 (Wednesday)

Zodiac Sign (Western)
Taurus

Sunsign, Tropical Zodiac

Zodiac Sign (Vedic)
Leo

Moonsign, Sidereal Zodiac

Age (Today)
72 years, 3 months, 23 days

Your next birthday is 249 days away.

Life Path Number
7

Numerology

Day of the Week
Wednesday

140th day of the year 1953.

Chinese Zodiac Sign
Snake (蛇)
Roman Numerals
XX-V-MCMLIII

LXXII years old

Timings
Sunrise: 03:59 Sunset: 19:54

London UTC


Personality Traits for people born on May 20, 1953

Born on May 20, 1953 : A steady, exact leader who keeps learning and transforming

  • Life path 7, Birth number 2: an inward seeker with a gift for partnership and careful judgment.
  • 10th‑house emphasis: Sun, Mercury, Mars and Jupiter point to a career‑first life and public recognition.
  • Practical finances: Saturn & Neptune in the 2nd house urge discipline — avoid speculation.
  • Intense relationships: Venus in the 8th and Pluto in the 12th bring private, transformative attachments.

If you’ve reached a season of reflection and steady action, this portrait speaks to the strengths you can rely on now: a precise mind, a public role that matters, and an inner hunger for truth. Simple tools and small changes can turn the same instincts that once felt limiting into quiet power.

Personality : Proud precisionist

You come across as proud and exact. Life path 7 gives you curiosity for ideas; birth number 2 makes you responsive to partnership. With several planets clustered in the 10th house from the Moon, you naturally aim at reputation and measurable results. You prefer people who notice details and you resist probing questions. That exactness helps you win respect at work but can make close friends feel judged. Notice how your standards push you outward — which is exactly where your talents show up next.

Talent and Abilities : Calculated, knowledgeful

You think like a careful craftsman. Mercury and Jupiter in the 10th sharpen your mind for technical, managerial or research roles. Mars in the same area gives you drive; you act when a problem needs fixing. Unconscious motive: competence soothes a quieter self‑doubt — you master skills to feel safe. Practical example: you may be the colleague who prepares every meeting down to a minute, and because of that people rely on you. In the right transit of Jupiter you can get visible rewards for this precision.

Blind Spots : Pride as a shield

Your need for precision can feel like coldness to others. You resist probing and can snap at questions that you see as intrusive. People may call you mean or aloof — and that label can make you dig in. Socially, you may hold back affection because you want it to be “right.” The hard truth: the very armor that won you authority can block genuine intimacy. Softening that armor is a small practice with big returns, as we’ll touch on under karma.

Karmic Lessons : Reputation versus surrender

Pluto in the 12th and the Moon’s South Node there point to old patterns of withdrawal or secret duty. You may spend years building a public persona while a quieter inner task seeks attention. Karmic work asks you to balance outer achievement with private humility — to take service seriously, not just applause. Expect deeper shifts during heavy Pluto or Saturn transits; those cycles ask you to release control and let inner change create outer growth.

Family and Environment : Supportive mother, complex father

Your early life likely included solid maternal care and a father who mattered for property, status or practical support, though he may have had a stubborn habit or health worry. Parents probably disagreed at times; you often stepped in to steady siblings. Family ties can pull you into responsibility, sometimes at the cost of personal leisure. That sense of duty pushed you into the public role that defines you today — and it can still open unexpected doors.

Health and Habits : Clockwork body, watch the rhythm

You thrive on routine. Analysis points to a disturbed biological clock if you ignore it: late nights, REM‑heavy sleep, or energy dips. Pay attention to head, eyes and skin, and consider kidney checks if problems appear. Rahu in the 6th suggests work stress shows in the body. Practical steps — regular meals, steady sleep, annual checks and medical insurance — protect your engine so you can keep performing when life asks more.

Education and Student Life : Disciplined, sometimes interrupted

You learn methodically but may have experienced breaks or disinterest in formal studies. Self‑discipline helps you finish what matters, yet low self‑esteem can slow progress. You do well in technical, research or vocational subjects and often absorb knowledge from authoritative teachers or practical mentors. Those early patterns explain why your career later becomes a place to prove and refine yourself.

Work, Money and Career : Career‑first, recognition follows

With four planets in the 10th, work is your arena. You suit law, engineering, medicine, management, architecture, or any technical leadership role. Many start in a steady job and later move into business or higher responsibility. Saturn and Neptune in the 2nd urge caution around quick money; avoid speculation and gambling. Expect awards or media mention during favorable Jupiter transits and hard tests during stern Saturn cycles — handle both with steady habits.

Love Life and Romantic Partners : Intense, private, exacting

Venus in the 8th gives you deep, transformative relationships. You keep romance private and you form bonds that change you. You have many opposite‑gender friends and you keep secrets well. You prefer partners who notice rather than probe. Relationship patterns may include temporary separations for work or travel, and early affairs that felt unfinished.

If you are male: your wife may come from a creative, service or distant background (medicine, hospitality, arts). She might be frugal and grow more spiritual or detached after about age 40. If you are female: your husband is likely tied to land, business or technical work; he may be short‑tempered and attached to family traditions. Partner families sometimes show educational breaks or unusual marital histories. Watch Venus and Mars transits — they’ll intensify attraction and test intimacy. Slow trust and clear boundaries bring the depth you want.

Areas of Improvement and Obstacles : Perfection at a cost

Be roughly honest with yourself: your pride and perfectionism will alienate allies. You can be blunt, stingy with warmth, and addicted to proving yourself. Financially, risky bets can wipe gains; legally, family property matters may cause fights. Health slips from irregular sleep or overwork can surprise you. Face these faults directly — you’ll gain more by lowering the standard than by raising the bar on everyone else.

Actionable Insights, Tips, Techniques, Tools and Strategies

  • Daily: one brief humility practice — admit a small mistake aloud to someone once a day.
  • Money: set a five‑line budget, avoid gambling/speculation, and confirm health & property insurance.
  • Body: regular meals, sleep by a set time, annual eye/skin/kidney checks; practice pranayama or simple breathwork.
  • Mind: journal triggers for perfection; try a short weekly therapy session to work through low self‑esteem.
  • Career: time major moves for supportive Jupiter or steady Saturn transits; consult a trusted mentor before big shifts.

Yearly Predictions

In the heart of 2025, as you traverse the tapestry of life, dear voyager, the cosmos orchestrates a celestial dance that heralds transformative experiences and profound growth. The sub-cycle of Jupiter, spanning from September 2022 to March 2025, activates the 10th house of your celestial chart, illuminating the realm of career, reputation, and social standing. Jupiter, the benevolent guardian of wisdom and expansion, resides in the 10th house, bestowing its blessings upon your professional endeavors. This auspicious alignment empowers you to scale new heights of success, leaving an indelible mark on your chosen field. Embrace opportunities for collaboration and strategic...

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The person with birth year 1953 belongs to the Baby Boomers group.

When am I eligible to vote, open a bank account, buy a simcard and open a bank account? (Age of Majority)

  • United States: May 20, 1971
  • India: May 20, 1971
  • Philippines: May 20, 1971
  • United Kingdom: May 20, 1971
  • Canada: May 20, 1971
According to data from the ACE Electoral Knowledge Network, 205 countries and territories have a minimum voting age of 18 for national elections out of 237 countries and territories the organisation has data on as of October 2020. Some countries may issue additional requirements for voting eligibility from time to time.

When am I eligible to get a driving license?

Learner's Permit (Under supervision)

  • United States: May 20, 1968
  • India: May 20, 1969
  • Philippines: May 20, 1969
  • United Kingdom: May 20, 1970
  • Canada: May 20, 1969

Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)

  • United States: May 20, 1969
  • India: May 20, 1971
  • Philippines: May 20, 1971
  • United Kingdom: May 20, 1970
  • Canada: May 20, 1969

Full Driving License

  • United States: May 20, 1971
  • India: May 20, 1973
  • Philippines: May 20, 1971
  • United Kingdom: May 20, 1974
  • Canada: May 20, 1971

When do I reach age of consent?

  • United States: May 20, 1969
  • India: May 20, 1971
  • Philippines: May 20, 1969
  • United Kingdom: May 20, 1969
  • Canada: May 20, 1969
Disclaimer: This is not legal advise. Age of consent is a complex legal system which can vary depending on individual situation and circumstances. In the United States, as of April 2021, of the total fifty U.S. states, approximately thirty have an age of consent of 16 (with this being the most common age of consent in the country), some set the age of consent at 17, and in about eleven states the age is 18.

When can I marry without parental consent?

  • United States: May 20, 1971
  • India: May 20, 1974
  • Philippines: May 20, 1971
  • United Kingdom: May 20, 1971
  • Canada: May 20, 1971

When do I reach legal age of drinking (consuming alcohol)?

  • United States: May 20, 1974
  • India: May 20, 1974
  • Philippines: May 20, 1971
  • United Kingdom: May 20, 1971
  • Canada: May 20, 1972

When do I reach legal age of smoking (consuming tobacco)?

  • India: May 20, 1971
  • Canada: May 20, 1972
  • United States: May 20, 1974
  • Philippines: May 20, 1974
  • United Kingdom: May 20, 1971

When Will I Become a Millionaire?

June 20, 1999

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

  • May 20, 2026 is on a Wednesday.
  • Your next birthday is 249 days away.


Astrology Analysis

Ephemeris for May 20, 1953

Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.
Planet Position (Tropical, Western) Transits on May 20, 2025 Secondary Progressions for May 20, 2025
Sun 28 Taurus 56 29 Taurus 30 7 Leo 45
Moon 23 Leo 33 26 Aquarius 34 12 Aries 59
Mercury 23 Taurus 44 18 Taurus 0 28 Cancer 33
Venus 19 Aries 16 14 Aries 13 25 Gemini 46
Mars 13 Gemini 9 14 Leo 57 0 Leo 57
Jupiter 2 Gemini 19 25 Gemini 25 18 Gemini 10
Saturn 22 Libra 4 29 Pisces 31 22 Libra 12
Uranus 15 Cancer 54 27 Taurus 27 20 Cancer 0
Neptune 21 Libra 34 1 Aries 37 21 Libra 19
Pluto 20 Leo 52 3 Aquarius 45 22 Leo 25
Rahu 6 Aquarius 41 24 Pisces 7 2 Aquarius 53
Ketu 6 Leo 41 24 Virgo 7 2 Leo 53

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