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Born on 8 May, 1978 (Monday)

Zodiac Sign (Western)

Taurus

Sunsign, Tropical Zodiac

Zodiac Sign (Vedic)

Taurus

Moonsign, Sidereal Zodiac

Age (Today)

47 years, 5 months, 29 days

Your next birthday is 182 days away.

Life Path Number

Numerology

Day of the Week

Monday

128th day of the year 1978.

Chinese Zodiac Sign

Horse (马)

Roman Numerals

VIII-V-MCMLXXVIII

XLVII years old

Timings

Sunrise: 04:18 Sunset: 19:35

London UTC

May 8, 1978 - Your Birthday Astrology & Personality Traits

Born on May 8, 1978 : You plan quietly and care deeply — with focus, that mix becomes the power to change your life.

Strategic drive: You move with purpose and discipline; planning is your strength.
Emotional depth: Venus conjunct Moon brings real warmth—you want to be cared for and to care.
Material ambition: Birth number 08 and a Life Path 2 give you leadership and a partnership instinct with a taste for security.
Selective social life: You prefer versatile, useful connections and hate self-centered behavior.

Decode Love, Money and Health for May 8, 1978 »

Note: Our comprehensive birthday astrology analysis combines multiple time-tested astrological methods, with a special focus on soli-lunar influences and planetary positions on May 8, 1978 relative to the Moon to provide you with deep insights into your personality and life path.

Yearly Predictions

The year 2025 promises to be a year of significant growth and transformation for you. With Jupiter, the planet of expansion and abundance, transiting through your first and second houses, you can expect positive developments in your personal life and financial situation. You may find yourself feeling more optimistic and joyful, with a renewed sense of purpose and direction. This is an excellent time to pursue new opportunities, take risks, and manifest your dreams into reality. The first half of the year will bring a focus on your personal life and relationships. You may find yourself spending more time with...

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What happened on May 8, 1978

Norway opens a natural gas field in the Polar Sea, marking a significant step in the country's energy development and solidifying its position as a major gas exporter.

May 8, 1978 Facts

What is my generation?

The person with birth year 1978 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: May 8, 1996
India: May 8, 1996
Philippines: May 8, 1996
United Kingdom: May 8, 1996
Canada: May 8, 1996

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 8, 1993
India: May 8, 1994
Philippines: May 8, 1994
United Kingdom: May 8, 1995
Canada: May 8, 1994

Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)

United States: May 8, 1994
India: May 8, 1996
Philippines: May 8, 1996
United Kingdom: May 8, 1995
Canada: May 8, 1994

Full Driving License

United States: May 8, 1996
India: May 8, 1998
Philippines: May 8, 1996
United Kingdom: May 8, 1999
Canada: May 8, 1996

When do I reach age of consent?

United States: May 8, 1994
India: May 8, 1996
Philippines: May 8, 1994
United Kingdom: May 8, 1994
Canada: May 8, 1994

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 8, 1996
India: May 8, 1999
Philippines: May 8, 1996
United Kingdom: May 8, 1996
Canada: May 8, 1996

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

United States: May 8, 1999
India: May 8, 1999
Philippines: May 8, 1996
United Kingdom: May 8, 1996
Canada: May 8, 1997

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

India: May 8, 1996
Canada: May 8, 1997
United States: May 8, 1999
Philippines: May 8, 1999
United Kingdom: May 8, 1996

When Will I Become a Millionaire?

June 8, 2024

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 8, 2026 is on a Friday.
Your next birthday is 182 days away.

Ephemeris for May 8, 1978

Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.

Planet	Position (Tropical, Western)	Transits on May 8, 2025	Secondary Progressions for May 8, 2025
Sun	17 Taurus 19	17 Taurus 56	2 Cancer 24
Moon	29 Taurus 27	29 Virgo 40	20 Aquarius 36
Mercury	21 Aries 9	26 Aries 19	13 Cancer 53
Venus	13 Gemini 19	4 Aries 46	9 Leo 24
Mars	11 Leo 16	9 Leo 0	5 Virgo 39
Jupiter	4 Cancer 18	22 Gemini 51	14 Cancer 7
Saturn	24 Leo 11	28 Pisces 28	26 Leo 57
Uranus	14 Scorpio 19	26 Taurus 45	12 Scorpio 41
Neptune	17 Sagittarius 43	1 Aries 18	16 Sagittarius 31
Pluto	14 Libra 28	3 Aquarius 48	13 Libra 54
Rahu	3 Libra 48	24 Pisces 45	1 Libra 19
Ketu	3 Aries 48	24 Virgo 45	1 Aries 19

Jyotish - Equal House, North Indian Style

Astrology Transits Analysis for Year 2025

Transits for 2025

Jupiter conjunction Venus
Exact: 01 January, 2025
Saturn sextile Sun
Exact: 31 January, 2025
Jupiter conjunction Venus
Exact: 12 March, 2025
Mars conjunction Mars
Exact: 11 May, 2025
Saturn sextile Moon
Exact: 21 May, 2025
Jupiter conjunction Jupiter
Exact: 30 June, 2025
Mars opposition Mercury
Exact: 08 September, 2025
Saturn sextile Moon
Exact: 08 September, 2025
Mars opposition Sun
Exact: 18 October, 2025

Note: Multiple transits occurring in close proximity often signify a major event in a person's life.