Born on 17 August, 1985 (Saturday)

Zodiac Sign (Western)
Leo

Sunsign, Tropical Zodiac

Zodiac Sign (Vedic)
Leo

Moonsign, Sidereal Zodiac

Age (Today)
40 years, 26 days

Your next birthday is 338 days away.

Life Path Number
3

Numerology

Day of the Week
Saturday

229th day of the year 1985.

Chinese Zodiac Sign
Ox (牛)
Roman Numerals
XVII-VIII-MCMLXXXV

XL years old

Timings
Sunrise: 04:47 Sunset: 19:21

London UTC


Personality Traits for people born on August 17, 1985

Born on August 17, 1985 : You turn private intensity into creative momentum

  • Creative communicator: Life Path number 3 with Sun conjunct Moon—your feelings and purpose line up.
  • Hidden drive: Mercury and Mars sit in the 12th house from your Moon—thoughts and impulses often stay private.
  • Networked advantage: Venus in the 11th house and Jupiter in the 6th—friends and daily work bring opportunities.
  • Ambitious depth: Birth number 8, with Saturn and Pluto in the 3rd house—your voice is serious and transformational.

Picture a late-night host who writes scripts by moonlight and negotiates deals by day. You have that split rhythm: public warmth and private plotting. Tension becomes material—song, article, product, or a deal you quietly close. Pay attention to the notes you take in the dark; they often become your next public move.

Personality : Creative

You blend performance and strategy. Sun conjunct Moon gives inner alignment—what you want and how you feel match—so decisions feel authentic. That makes you magnetic, but also quick to compare. Jealousy surfaces quietly and pushes you to outwork the competition. You’re often productive at night and appear confident, yet insecurity steers much of your pace. This mix fuels projects and keeps you restless enough to keep improving.

Talent and Abilities : Communicative strategist

You shine at roles that need words, planning, and discreet power. Mercury in the 12th makes you a subtle thinker—great for writers, analysts, mediators, or anyone who crafts narratives behind the scenes. Venus in the 11th helps convert friends into collaborators. Jupiter in the 6th supports steady skill growth. Unconsciously, you seek recognition (Life Path 3) and control (Birth number 8), so you build influence methodically and then step into the spotlight.

Blind Spots : Jealousy & secrecy

Hidden anger and quiet comparisons can erode relationships. Mars and Mercury in the 12th mean frustration often goes unspoken; Moon’s South Node in the 3rd points to automatic speech patterns you fall into—snark, passive digs, or gossip. Saturn and Pluto in the 3rd add severity: when you speak, it lands heavy. If you don’t name your resentments, they become sabotage, pushing people away just when you need them most.

Karmic Lessons : Raise the talk

Your chart asks you to move from reactive local chatter to larger, teaching-oriented expression. Rahu in the 9th house pulls you toward travel, higher study, publishing, or teaching; the South Node in the 3rd keeps you tied to old mental habits. The work: transform quick, small-scale reactions into ideas that teach or inspire. Watch for openings during Jupiter or Rahu cycles—they often mark moments to step into bigger platforms.

Family and Environment : Complicated loyalty

Family blends public presence and private strain. A mother who guides you may also carry depression or trauma; a father figure may be social, poetic, or tied to practical trades (auto, telecom, small business). Someone in the family might be drawn to mysticism. You inherit both resourcefulness and responsibilities—plus a few health patterns to watch in your lineage.

Health and Habits : Sensitive system

Your system reacts to hidden stress. ENT complaints appear in family history; skin issues, headaches, or accidents are possible if tension is buried. You do best with fresh food, consistent sleep, and regular movement. Night productivity suits you, but protect morning routines; keeping simple habits steady is one of the most effective health moves you can make.

Education and Student Life : Inquisitive, non‑linear

You learn through starts, stops, and deep dives. Technical or creative study—engineering, media, or communications—fits you, but you may pause and return to finish credentials later, often through part‑time routes. Saturn in the 3rd rewards steady catch-up; Pluto there makes learning intense and occasionally obsessive. Those returns often refocus your career direction.

Work, Money and Career : Adaptive strategist

Careers that mix planning, communication, and networks suit you: media, finance, tech, teaching, mediation, or niche crafts. Venus in the 11th and Jupiter in the 6th favor income through groups and service. Expect early tests—financial stumbles can teach you discipline—and later measurable gains. Birth number 8 gives the drive to build authority. Use Jupiter and Saturn transits as timing markers for growth and consolidation.

Love Life and Romantic Partners : Magnetic but guarded

You fall in love through friendship and shared ideals; Venus in the 11th turns social circles into romantic opportunities. Neptune in the 5th brings idealism—you can romanticize partners, so clarity matters. If you're male: you may attract a wife from another state who is educated, multilingual, and career-minded; marriage might come after challenges, and you may feel tension about her profession. If you're female: a husband could be involved with research, sea-related work, therapy, creative arts, or business; he often brings broad family support. In all cases, Mercury and Mars in the 12th mean hidden resentments can harm intimacy—practice timely honesty. Expect relationships to intensify during Pluto or Neptune transits, which may force major rewrites or deepen commitment.

Areas of Improvement and Obstacles : Self-sabotage

You can be patient and strategic, yet also secretive and vengeful. Holding grudges, letting envy steer decisions, or switching careers and partners impulsively will cost momentum. Financial risk without structure is dangerous early on. The blunt truth: stop rehearsing hurts and start naming needs. That’s how you stop blocking your own success.

Actionable Insights, Tips, Techniques, Tools and Strategies

  • Actionable insight: Journal 5–15 minutes each night to surface silent Mercury/Mars patterns before they act.
  • Tips: Automate savings and run big business moves with a trusted partner—Venus in the 11th rewards collaboration.
  • Techniques: Use a 48‑hour rule: state concerns calmly within two days to avoid passive sabotage.
  • Tools: Habit tracker, simple budgeting app, and voice memos for late‑night ideas turn private energy into public work.
  • Strategies: Time launches and financial decisions around favorable Jupiter cycles; treat Saturn or Pluto phases as opportunities to build durable systems.

Yearly Predictions

In the year 2025, as you turn 40, the cosmic energies align to bring forth a transformative journey filled with opportunities for growth and self-discovery. The sub-cycle of Mercury, activating the 12th house, calls upon you to delve into your inner self, confront your shadows, and embrace the lessons that lie hidden within. This introspective period invites you to shed light on past experiences, release emotional burdens, and cultivate a deeper sense of self-awareness. The first half of 2025 witnesses Jupiter's transit through the 10th house, illuminating your career path and propelling you towards success. Your dedication and hard work...

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

  • United States: August 17, 2003
  • India: August 17, 2003
  • Philippines: August 17, 2003
  • United Kingdom: August 17, 2003
  • Canada: August 17, 2003
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: August 17, 2000
  • India: August 17, 2001
  • Philippines: August 17, 2001
  • United Kingdom: August 17, 2002
  • Canada: August 17, 2001

Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)

  • United States: August 17, 2001
  • India: August 17, 2003
  • Philippines: August 17, 2003
  • United Kingdom: August 17, 2002
  • Canada: August 17, 2001

Full Driving License

  • United States: August 17, 2003
  • India: August 17, 2005
  • Philippines: August 17, 2003
  • United Kingdom: August 17, 2006
  • Canada: August 17, 2003

When do I reach age of consent?

  • United States: August 17, 2001
  • India: August 17, 2003
  • Philippines: August 17, 2001
  • United Kingdom: August 17, 2001
  • Canada: August 17, 2001
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: August 17, 2003
  • India: August 17, 2006
  • Philippines: August 17, 2003
  • United Kingdom: August 17, 2003
  • Canada: August 17, 2003

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

  • United States: August 17, 2006
  • India: August 17, 2006
  • Philippines: August 17, 2003
  • United Kingdom: August 17, 2003
  • Canada: August 17, 2004

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

  • India: August 17, 2003
  • Canada: August 17, 2004
  • United States: August 17, 2006
  • Philippines: August 17, 2006
  • United Kingdom: August 17, 2003

When Will I Become a Millionaire?

September 17, 2031

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

  • August 17, 2026 is on a Monday.
  • Your next birthday is 338 days away.


Astrology Analysis

Ephemeris for August 17, 1985

Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.
Planet Position (Tropical, Western) Transits on August 17, 2025 Secondary Progressions for August 17, 2025
Sun 24 Leo 18 24 Leo 37 3 Libra 7
Moon 5 Virgo 25 8 Gemini 26 1 Pisces 51
Mercury 14 Leo 1 6 Leo 20 5 Libra 55
Venus 17 Cancer 12 20 Cancer 0 5 Virgo 4
Mars 14 Leo 51 6 Libra 28 10 Virgo 16
Jupiter 10 Aquarius 22 15 Cancer 5 7 Aquarius 10
Saturn 22 Scorpio 10 0 Aries 49 24 Scorpio 42
Uranus 14 Sagittarius 0 1 Gemini 19 14 Sagittarius 29
Neptune 1 Capricorn 1 1 Aries 41 0 Capricorn 53
Pluto 2 Scorpio 17 2 Aquarius 3 3 Scorpio 26
Rahu 13 Taurus 3 19 Pisces 24 10 Taurus 56
Ketu 13 Scorpio 3 19 Virgo 24 10 Scorpio 56

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