Born on 8 July, 1974 (Monday)

Zodiac Sign (Western)
Cancer

Sunsign, Tropical Zodiac

Zodiac Sign (Vedic)
Aquarius

Moonsign, Sidereal Zodiac

Age (Today)
51 years, 2 months, 5 days

Your next birthday is 297 days away.

Life Path Number
9

Numerology

Day of the Week
Monday

189th day of the year 1974.

Chinese Zodiac Sign
Tiger (虎)
Roman Numerals
VIII-VII-MCMLXXIV

LI years old

Timings
Sunrise: 03:50 Sunset: 20:19

London UTC


Personality Traits for people born on July 8, 1974

Born on July 8, 1974 : You’re a witty strategist who turns curiosity into useful work.

  • Witty & eccentric — quick with a line, thoughtful behind the scenes (Sun + Mercury in the 5th from the Moon).
  • Emotionally fortunate — Jupiter conjunct Moon gives timing, luck, and easy warmth.
  • Home fuels ambition — Venus in the 4th with Rahu & Neptune in the 10th: comfort powers public drive.
  • Life path 9 & Birth number 08 — you balance service and leadership; money and status come through steady effort.

At about 51 years old you’re likely juggling practical demands and creative urges. You move through life with humor and a quiet seriousness—part entertainer, part project manager. Read on to see how these threads tie into talent, relationships, and timing.

Personality : Witty Individualist

You speak in short stories and punchlines, but you think structurally. With Sun and Mercury in the 5th house from your Moon, you process experience as narrative and performance; Saturn there keeps play disciplined. You can light up a room, then go home and map out a long-term plan. That practical wit is the engine of your gifts—see how it turns into skill below.

Talent and Abilities : Lucky Communicator

Jupiter conjunct the Moon hands you emotional intelligence and timely opportunities. You’re good at writing, editing, teaching, or any role where a bright phrase opens a door. Unconscious motive: you want your voice to comfort and to be useful. Birth number 08 adds an eye for management or finance. Use Saturn’s discipline to convert bursts of creativity into steady outcomes—more on career next.

Blind Spots : Avoiding the messy talk

You dislike possessiveness and avoid conflict, but silence can let small grievances fester. The Moon’s South Node in the 4th points to old home-patterns—comfort that becomes clingy if unchecked. You may joke away tension rather than name it, which can surprise partners or colleagues. Notice what you leave unsaid; the next section shows why that pattern feels karmic.

Karmic Lessons : Serve, then step forward

Life path 9 asks you to widen your circle of care. Rahu in the 10th and Pluto in the 8th push you toward public roles that transform others; Saturn in the 5th asks you to finish what you start. Letting go of old home attachments (South Node in 4th) clears room for leadership and service. These pulls often intensify during Saturn and Rahu transits, inviting steady change.

Family and Environment : Warm roots, practical people

Your memories of childhood are largely positive; parents provided steady support. Family lines often connect to transport, finance, and healing professions, and property plays a role in the home story. You work well in large households and may receive help from elders at crunch points. That sense of rootedness also shapes your daily health habits next.

Health and Habits : Solid stamina, mind the stress

Mars in the 6th gives work energy but invites small accidents and tension. You recover quickly and can sleep deeply—sometimes long—but stress shows up in routines and digestion. Regular movement and predictable rhythms stabilize you. Keep simple rituals to channel restless energy; the way you learned as a student often set this pattern.

Education and Student Life : Curious reader, uneven classroom

You likely loved reading and extracurriculars even when the formal system felt unsupportive. Friendships or school politics may have been bumpy, but early wins in prizes or creative tasks point to strengths. Learning by doing, travel, and language study suit you; these habits make career shifts more natural—see how they turn into income next.

Work, Money and Career : Multiple incomes, steady climb

You adapt easily: writing, teaching, editing, communications, healthcare, or technical work all fit. Rahu and Neptune in the 10th suggest public or digital visibility; Pluto in the 8th shows strength in shared resources or finance. You often build property and money through effort, with multiple income streams rather than one single path. Watch timing—Jupiter cycles often bring visible gains.

Love Life and Romantic Partners : Sensual flirt with a guarded heart

You crave sensual comfort—good food, warmth, and close company—yet resist being controlled. Saturn in the 5th makes you cautious about love: slow to commit but steady once you do. Partners see you as witty, resourceful, and slightly unpredictable. You favor people who are capable and practical and you bristle at neediness.

If you are a male: your wife may come from a practical, earth-linked background (finance, health, craft). She could be thrifty, steady, and supportive; father-in-law support is possible while mother-in-law tensions may need diplomacy.

If you are a female: your husband may work in changing fields—research, travel, healing, or creative media—bringing depth and occasional obsessions. Your blend of play and structure helps steady him.

Speak your needs plainly and keep play alive; Saturn will test commitment, and when Jupiter aligns you’ll feel more generous and open.

Areas of Improvement and Obstacles : Stop avoiding the hard calls

Your dislike of confrontation and need for freedom can create slow resentments. Expect occasional accidents or health distractions and bumps in schooling or friendships. Financial progress often follows effort and struggle, not instant wins. Face the hard talks early, finish projects, and accept help when offered—doing so primes you for practical change.

Actionable Insights, Tips, Techniques, Tools and Strategies

  • Movement: 20–30 minutes daily to channel Mars and reduce accidents.
  • Work habit: block 90-minute creative sessions; Saturn rewards routine completion.
  • Money: diversify income—aim for 2–3 streams and secure property slowly.
  • Relationships: practice brief, honest check-ins; use “I” statements to avoid passive-aggressiveness.
  • Growth: volunteer or mentor (Life Path 9), and schedule reflection during Jupiter or Saturn transits for clearer timing.

You’re a practical dreamer: use small, steady habits to turn playful ideas into lasting influence. Each timed step brings more clarity—start with one habit this week and watch what opens next.


Yearly Predictions

The year 2025 promises to be a year of significant changes and opportunities for you. The cosmos are aligning in a way that will bring forth positive outcomes in various aspects of your life. The first half of the year, from December 2023 to February 2025, will be influenced by the sub-cycle of Venus. This period will bring about a renewed focus on your domestic life and family matters. You may find yourself investing in home renovations or making significant purchases for your living space. Your relationships with your loved ones will flourish, and you may find yourself spending more...

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July 8, 1974 Facts

What is my generation?

The person with birth year 1974 belongs to the Generation X group.

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

  • United States: July 8, 1992
  • India: July 8, 1992
  • Philippines: July 8, 1992
  • United Kingdom: July 8, 1992
  • Canada: July 8, 1992
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: July 8, 1989
  • India: July 8, 1990
  • Philippines: July 8, 1990
  • United Kingdom: July 8, 1991
  • Canada: July 8, 1990

Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)

  • United States: July 8, 1990
  • India: July 8, 1992
  • Philippines: July 8, 1992
  • United Kingdom: July 8, 1991
  • Canada: July 8, 1990

Full Driving License

  • United States: July 8, 1992
  • India: July 8, 1994
  • Philippines: July 8, 1992
  • United Kingdom: July 8, 1995
  • Canada: July 8, 1992

When do I reach age of consent?

  • United States: July 8, 1990
  • India: July 8, 1992
  • Philippines: July 8, 1990
  • United Kingdom: July 8, 1990
  • Canada: July 8, 1990
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: July 8, 1992
  • India: July 8, 1995
  • Philippines: July 8, 1992
  • United Kingdom: July 8, 1992
  • Canada: July 8, 1992

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

  • United States: July 8, 1995
  • India: July 8, 1995
  • Philippines: July 8, 1992
  • United Kingdom: July 8, 1992
  • Canada: July 8, 1993

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

  • India: July 8, 1992
  • Canada: July 8, 1993
  • United States: July 8, 1995
  • Philippines: July 8, 1995
  • United Kingdom: July 8, 1992

When Will I Become a Millionaire?

August 8, 2020

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

  • July 8, 2026 is on a Wednesday.
  • Your next birthday is 297 days away.


Astrology Analysis

Ephemeris for July 8, 1974

Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.
Planet Position (Tropical, Western) Transits on July 8, 2025 Secondary Progressions for July 8, 2025
Sun 15 Cancer 43 16 Cancer 22 4 Virgo 34
Moon 26 Aquarius 31 16 Sagittarius 23 15 Capricorn 4
Mercury 4 Cancer 58 11 Leo 50 14 Virgo 48
Venus 14 Gemini 33 4 Gemini 1 16 Leo 15
Mars 17 Leo 58 12 Virgo 1 20 Virgo 1
Jupiter 17 Pisces 41 6 Cancer 28 13 Pisces 48
Saturn 9 Cancer 38 1 Aries 48 15 Cancer 42
Uranus 23 Libra 43 0 Gemini 4 25 Libra 4
Neptune 7 Sagittarius 15 2 Aries 10 6 Sagittarius 51
Pluto 4 Libra 12 2 Aquarius 58 5 Libra 28
Rahu 17 Sagittarius 56 21 Pisces 31 15 Sagittarius 14
Ketu 17 Gemini 56 21 Virgo 31 15 Gemini 14

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