Born on 21 December, 1961 (Thursday)

Zodiac Sign (Western)
Sagittarius

Sunsign, Tropical Zodiac

Zodiac Sign (Vedic)
Taurus

Moonsign, Sidereal Zodiac

Age (Today)
63 years, 8 months, 22 days

Your next birthday is 99 days away.

Life Path Number
5

Numerology

Day of the Week
Thursday

355th day of the year 1961.

Chinese Zodiac Sign
Ox (牛)
Roman Numerals
XXI-XII-MCMLXI

LXIII years old

Timings
Sunrise: 08:01 Sunset: 15:55

London UTC


Personality Traits for people born on December 21, 1961

Born on December 21, 1961 : Your clever, restless companion — always planning the next move

  • Life Path 5 (freedom, change) and Birth Number 3 (expression, charm).
  • Partnership-centered: Sun, Mercury and Mars sit in the 7th house from the Moon — relationships drive decisions.
  • Transformative depth: Jupiter & Saturn in the 8th house from the Moon — shared money, secrets, rebirth.
  • Sharp mind and sudden shifts: Uranus & Pluto in the 3rd house from the Moon; Neptune brightens the 5th.

You’re at a point in life when meaning and practicality meet. You want variety and freedom, yet you invest heavily in one-to-one bonds. Picture yourself as someone who plans a road trip on a whim, but keeps a detailed map in the glovebox — adventurous, but organized. As planetary cycles turn, those maps get updated; pay attention to Jupiter, Saturn and Mars transits for moments of change and clarity.

Personality : Witty strategist

You think fast, speak with charm, and enjoy a clever turn of phrase. With Sun, Mercury and Mars in the 7th house from the Moon, you process life through relationships — you learn, argue, and grow with a partner. People see your wit and youthful energy; close friends know your patience and planful nature. You can be fickle in small tastes but steady in big commitments. Expect bursty periods of action when Mars or Mercury run active cycles; those are times you push for change.

Talent and Abilities : Persuasive communicator

Your gifts lie in speech, negotiation and strategic thinking. Uranus and Pluto in the 3rd house from the Moon give you originality and depth in how you communicate; Neptune in the 5th fuels creative flair. You can be persuasive in business or art, and the Life Path 5 pushes you to keep learning new skills. Unconscious motives: you use charm to secure freedom and to craft the life you want. When Uranus or Neptune transit, creative breakthroughs and sudden new contacts often appear.

Blind Spots : Secret grudges

You’re loyal and helpful, yet you store grievances. Outwardly supportive, you may quietly strategize revenge if crossed. That secretive streak can confuse people who expect openness. Your strong voice sometimes intimidates; your silence can hide planning. Self-awareness helps: when Saturn or Pluto stir things up, those hidden scores can surface. Turning grudges into constructive boundaries is a small shift that changes how others experience you.

Karmic Lessons : Freedom versus shared responsibility

Your path pulls between craving freedom (Life Path 5) and facing deep shared duties (8th-house energy). Past patterns ask you to learn trust around money, secrets and intimate ties. Rahu in the 2nd house from the Moon suggests lessons around speech and family resources; the South Node in the 8th shows familiar intensity that you’re meant to transform. Embracing honest exchange and relearning what you owe — emotionally and practically — is the work that frees you. Major Saturn or Jupiter cycles mark turning points in this lesson.

Family and Environment : Traditional roots with modern shifts

Your background likely mixes tradition and change. Family ties can be strong, sometimes complicated: siblings may doubt you while you support them, and property or business matters appear in the story. Your parents’ roles show both practical skills and an inclination toward status or entrepreneurship. You often act as the steady problem-solver at family gatherings. Expect family patterns to resurface at node and Saturn returns — those are times to rewrite old scripts for the next generation.

Health and Habits : Night energy and fresh routines

You often do your best thinking late at night and you value fresh, simple food. A dislike of stale food and an emphasis on cleanliness help keep you well. Watch speech, ENT or nerve sensitivities and foot comfort; periodic checks are wise, especially during long cycles of Saturn or Pluto. Small daily habits — fresh meals, short walks, consistent sleep — stabilize the creative energy that keeps you vital.

Education and Student Life : Curious reader with steady study skills

School likely rewarded you for focus and clear speech. You build mini-libraries and return to books; you manage time well and switch interests without losing depth. Technical or strategic subjects suit you, and you likely enjoy both practical study and philosophical reading. Lifelong learning is natural: when Jupiter or Uranus make contacts, expect new certifications or study that open doors.

Work, Money and Career : Strategic planner

You work hard and think long-term. Careers that fit include planning, travel, teaching, technical trades, finance, or roles that mix people and systems. You can excel in MNCs, transport, consulting, or fields that let you negotiate and advise. Money-wise, you may see real estate gains, multiple vehicles, and easy initial loans but occasional repayment stress. Practical budgeting and timing big moves during supportive Jupiter cycles will protect gains and growth.

Love Life and Romantic Partners : Arguing to understand

You wear romance as both ideal and tool. Neptune in the 5th makes you romantic and creative; Mars, Sun and Mercury in the 7th make relationships your classroom. Expect lively, sometimes heated partnerships where debate sharpens your bond. If you are male: your wife may be artistic, service-minded, or tied to caring professions; she is often emotionally fluid and supportive. If you are female: your husband may be assertive, career-driven, possibly from a business or leadership background, and attached to family traditions. You and your partner learn by working through differences — late marriage or second-chance beginnings are possible. Partners see you as witty and loyal, but also as someone who keeps private scores; when Mars or Mercury transit, conversations intensify — use that energy to clear the air rather than to file grievances.

Areas of Improvement and Obstacles : Impatience and secretiveness

You can be infuriatingly impatient, quick to plan a new life but slow to settle accounts. Holding onto hurt and playing strategist with feelings will cost intimacy. Financially, easy loans can bring long-term strain unless you set repayment rules. Health will nag if you ignore routines. Be blunt: stop weaponizing silence and tackle money and promises head-on. Do that, and stubborn patterns loosen.

Actionable Insights, Tips, Techniques, Tools and Strategies

  • Practice a monthly “clear the ledger” talk with close partners — address small grievances before they harden.
  • Use a simple budget tool and schedule big investments for favorable Jupiter/Saturn cycles.
  • Guard sleep and eat fresh meals; a consistent night routine honours your creative peak hours.
  • Channel restlessness into short learning projects (6–12 weeks) to satisfy Life Path 5 energy.
  • When Uranus, Mars or Mercury transit, expect fast changes—use them to start, not finalize, major relationship moves.

Yearly Predictions

As you stand on the cusp of 2025, the celestial bodies align to paint a vibrant tapestry of opportunities and growth. The sub-cycle of Moon, running from March 2024 to September 2025, activates your first house, heralding a period of self-discovery and personal reinvention. This cosmic influence invites you to embark on a journey of introspection, delving into the depths of your being to uncover hidden strengths and untapped potential. Embrace this transformative phase as a catalyst for positive change and renewal. The sub-cycle of Mars, spanning from September 2025 to October 2026, activates your seventh house, signaling a time...

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What happened on December 21, 1961

  • Katangan Prime Minister Moise Tshombe acknowledges the Congolese constitution, signaling a potential step towards resolving the political tensions in the region.

December 21, 1961 Facts

What is my generation?

The person with birth year 1961 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: December 21, 1979
  • India: December 21, 1979
  • Philippines: December 21, 1979
  • United Kingdom: December 21, 1979
  • Canada: December 21, 1979
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: December 21, 1976
  • India: December 21, 1977
  • Philippines: December 21, 1977
  • United Kingdom: December 21, 1978
  • Canada: December 21, 1977

Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)

  • United States: December 21, 1977
  • India: December 21, 1979
  • Philippines: December 21, 1979
  • United Kingdom: December 21, 1978
  • Canada: December 21, 1977

Full Driving License

  • United States: December 21, 1979
  • India: December 21, 1981
  • Philippines: December 21, 1979
  • United Kingdom: December 21, 1982
  • Canada: December 21, 1979

When do I reach age of consent?

  • United States: December 21, 1977
  • India: December 21, 1979
  • Philippines: December 21, 1977
  • United Kingdom: December 21, 1977
  • Canada: December 21, 1977
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: December 21, 1979
  • India: December 21, 1982
  • Philippines: December 21, 1979
  • United Kingdom: December 21, 1979
  • Canada: December 21, 1979

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

  • United States: December 21, 1982
  • India: December 21, 1982
  • Philippines: December 21, 1979
  • United Kingdom: December 21, 1979
  • Canada: December 21, 1980

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

  • India: December 21, 1979
  • Canada: December 21, 1980
  • United States: December 21, 1982
  • Philippines: December 21, 1982
  • United Kingdom: December 21, 1979

When Will I Become a Millionaire?

January 21, 2008

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

  • December 21, 2025 is on a Sunday.
  • Your next birthday is 99 days away.


Astrology Analysis

Ephemeris for December 21, 1961

Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.
Planet Position (Tropical, Western) Transits on December 21, 2024 Secondary Progressions for December 21, 2024
Sun 29 Sagittarius 10 29 Sagittarius 53 3 Pisces 10
Moon 20 Gemini 5 11 Virgo 44 2 Libra 30
Mercury 1 Capricorn 57 8 Sagittarius 29 8 Aquarius 16
Venus 20 Sagittarius 17 15 Aquarius 57 9 Pisces 25
Mars 27 Sagittarius 24 4 Leo 46 15 Aquarius 50
Jupiter 8 Aquarius 0 14 Gemini 28 22 Aquarius 36
Saturn 28 Capricorn 45 13 Pisces 44 6 Aquarius 2
Uranus 0 Virgo 29 23 Taurus 57 28 Leo 20
Neptune 12 Scorpio 40 27 Pisces 10 13 Scorpio 27
Pluto 10 Virgo 6 0 Aquarius 44 8 Virgo 59
Rahu 20 Leo 35 2 Aries 3 17 Leo 14
Ketu 20 Aquarius 35 2 Libra 3 17 Aquarius 14

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