Born on 17 October, 1953 (Saturday)

Zodiac Sign (Western)
Libra

Sunsign, Tropical Zodiac

Zodiac Sign (Vedic)
Capricorn

Moonsign, Sidereal Zodiac

Age (Today)
72 years, 12 days

Your next birthday is 352 days away.

Life Path Number
9

Numerology

Day of the Week
Saturday

290th day of the year 1953.

Chinese Zodiac Sign
Snake (蛇)
Roman Numerals
XVII-X-MCMLIII

LXXII years old

Timings
Sunrise: 06:25 Sunset: 17:05

London UTC


October 17, 1953 - Your Birthday Astrology & Personality Traits

Born on October 17, 1953 : You carry steady authority with a searching heart.

  • Life Path: 9 (service, meaning) · Birth Number: 8 (ambition, leadership).
  • Career focus: Sun, Mercury, Saturn and Neptune cluster in your 10th house (public life, reputation).
  • Emotional depth: Rahu conjunct Moon plus Mars & Pluto in the 8th house — intensity, transformation, strong attachments.
  • Skill set: Practical, research-minded, and drawn to crafts, teaching or service work; you prefer powerful, steady people.

Decode Love, Money and Health for October 17, 1953 »

Note: Our comprehensive birthday astrology analysis combines multiple time-tested astrological methods, with a special focus on soli-lunar influences and planetary positions on October 17, 1953 relative to the Moon to provide you with deep insights into your personality and life path.

Yearly Predictions

In the year 2025, as you embark on this new chapter of your life, the cosmos align to bring forth a period of transformation and growth. The sub-cycle of Saturn, extending from April 2024 to December 2026, activates the 10th house of your astrological chart, heralding a time of professional success and recognition. Saturn, the celestial taskmaster, finds itself exalted in this position, providing you with the strength and determination to overcome any obstacles that may arise. With Saturn's benevolent influence, you will find yourself driven to achieve your goals and aspirations. The transit of Jupiter through your 5th house...

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October 17, 1953 Facts

What is my generation?

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: October 17, 1971
  • India: October 17, 1971
  • Philippines: October 17, 1971
  • United Kingdom: October 17, 1971
  • Canada: October 17, 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: October 17, 1968
  • India: October 17, 1969
  • Philippines: October 17, 1969
  • United Kingdom: October 17, 1970
  • Canada: October 17, 1969

Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)

  • United States: October 17, 1969
  • India: October 17, 1971
  • Philippines: October 17, 1971
  • United Kingdom: October 17, 1970
  • Canada: October 17, 1969

Full Driving License

  • United States: October 17, 1971
  • India: October 17, 1973
  • Philippines: October 17, 1971
  • United Kingdom: October 17, 1974
  • Canada: October 17, 1971

When do I reach age of consent?

  • United States: October 17, 1969
  • India: October 17, 1971
  • Philippines: October 17, 1969
  • United Kingdom: October 17, 1969
  • Canada: October 17, 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: October 17, 1971
  • India: October 17, 1974
  • Philippines: October 17, 1971
  • United Kingdom: October 17, 1971
  • Canada: October 17, 1971

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

  • United States: October 17, 1974
  • India: October 17, 1974
  • Philippines: October 17, 1971
  • United Kingdom: October 17, 1971
  • Canada: October 17, 1972

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

  • India: October 17, 1971
  • Canada: October 17, 1972
  • United States: October 17, 1974
  • Philippines: October 17, 1974
  • United Kingdom: October 17, 1971

When Will I Become a Millionaire?

November 17, 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

  • October 17, 2026 is on a Saturday.
  • Your next birthday is 352 days away.


Astrology Analysis

Ephemeris for October 17, 1953

Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.
Planet Position (Tropical, Western) Transits on October 17, 2025 Secondary Progressions for October 17, 2025
Sun 23 Libra 35 24 Libra 8 6 Capricorn 14
Moon 10 Aquarius 53 6 Virgo 26 6 Libra 33
Mercury 16 Scorpio 57 15 Scorpio 11 26 Sagittarius 13
Venus 28 Virgo 18 4 Libra 12 28 Sagittarius 24
Mars 20 Virgo 27 17 Scorpio 5 4 Scorpio 41
Jupiter 26 Gemini 14 24 Cancer 7 19 Gemini 13
Saturn 29 Libra 49 26 Pisces 30 7 Scorpio 40
Uranus 23 Cancer 4 0 Gemini 48 21 Cancer 43
Neptune 23 Libra 37 0 Aries 6 25 Libra 48
Pluto 24 Leo 37 1 Aquarius 21 24 Leo 46
Rahu 28 Capricorn 45 16 Pisces 10 24 Capricorn 56
Ketu 28 Cancer 45 16 Virgo 10 24 Cancer 56

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