Born on 21 May, 1988 (Saturday)

Zodiac Sign (Western)
Gemini

Sunsign, Tropical Zodiac

Zodiac Sign (Vedic)
Cancer

Moonsign, Sidereal Zodiac

Age (Today)
37 years, 3 months, 22 days

Your next birthday is 250 days away.

Life Path Number
7

Numerology

Day of the Week
Saturday

142nd day of the year 1988.

Chinese Zodiac Sign
Dragon (龙)
Roman Numerals
XXI-V-MCMLXXXVIII

XXXVII years old

Timings
Sunrise: 03:57 Sunset: 19:56

London UTC


Personality Traits for people born on May 21, 1988

Born on May 21, 1988 : You think deep, connect wide — and turn quiet study into visible success.

  • Life path 7: a natural researcher; you prefer meaning over noise.
  • Sun & Mercury in the 11th (from Moon): you link ideas to groups and networks.
  • Mars + Rahu in the 8th (from Moon): intense desires, transformational crises, magnetic resilience.
  • Jupiter in the 10th; Saturn/Uranus/Neptune in the 6th: public recognition built through disciplined service and occasional disruption.

You are 37 (born May 21, 1988), at an age where private searching meets public momentum. That tension — inward curiosity from Life Path 7 layered over social reach (Sun/Mercury in the 11th from the Moon) — is the engine of your life. Think of yourself as a late-night coder who also runs a community meetup: you work alone to master a thing, then you bring it out to the tribe. Next, let’s look at how that plays out in day-to-day personality.

Personality : Generous and quietly intense

You feel deeply and give freely, but you don't demand attention. People sense your sensitivity and reliability. With a Life Path 7 you study, analyze, and prefer one-on-one or small-group bonds (11th-house energy channels this into networks). You like refined company and you quickly spot self-destructive habits in others — which irritates you. Example: you’ll lend time, not drama; you’ll help a friend move apartments and quietly arrange a therapist referral. That blend of care plus private intensity sets the tone for how others remember you — helpful, steady, and a little mysterious.

Talent and Abilities : Calculated strategist

Your work style is disciplined and methodical. Mercury in the 11th (from the Moon) makes you a good communicator within groups; Saturn in the 6th gives you steady daily habits; your birth number 3 adds a spark of expressive skill. Unconscious motive: you want validation that your thinking matters. So you build systems, teach, or design projects that scale. In practice this looks like launching a small business that grows, managing teams with calm logic, or doing deep research that becomes a public talk. Your edge is turning solitude into useful output.

Blind Spots : Tough on others, soft on inner self-sabotage

You spot flaws fast and expect people to shape up. That clarity can read as judgment. Internally, you can drift toward self-destructive patterns when intensity gets overwhelming (Mars + Rahu in the 8th). You might procrastinate or retreat into secrecy instead of asking for help. Socially, that can push people away — they see competence but feel distance. Watch how annoyance becomes withdrawal; a small argument can become a long silence. Transit periods of Mars or Saturn often bring this tendency to the surface.

Karmic Lessons : Transform family themes into purpose

Your charts point to deep family and ancestral work: Pluto in the 4th and Moon’s South Node in the 2nd suggest unresolved roots around security and home. Rahu in the 8th hints that you’re drawn to taboo or hidden knowledge as part of your growth. The task is learning to let transformation clean, not destroy. Expect major lessons during Saturn or Pluto transits — those cycles will push you to convert wounds into practical authority, often through service or a public role.

Family and Environment : Complex loyalty

Your mother plays a strong role; attachment issues or family obsessions can shape early life. Family status often improves after your arrival, but you may carry responsibility for that growth. There are practical ties to construction, engineering, or hands-on trades in the family history, and a pattern where staying put helps the group while leaving helps you. This choice — home anchor or independent path — shows up as a recurring fork in your life. How you decide impacts both your career and family legacy.

Health and Habits : Guard the nervous system

Expect low-level, chronic issues tied to stress and routine. Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune in the 6th point to health that responds to discipline and also to sudden changes. Watch ENT and nervous-system complaints and prioritize sleep, regular movement, and breath work. Small daily routines matter more than dramatic fixes. When Saturn makes hard aspects, your body will demand that you slow down; treat those moments as signals, not failures.

Education and Student Life : Self-directed scholar

You may have felt unsupported in formal school but you learn fast when you care. Sudden recognition during studies is likely — think surprise scholarships, a mentor showing up, or an unexpected project that wins attention. You favor analytical subjects (science, research, or technical fields) and also pick up languages easily. The pattern: short bursts of intense focus, followed by public reward that arrives when you least expect it.

Work, Money and Career : Builder with public reach

Your career grows when you combine disciplined daily work (Saturn in 6th) with big-picture networking (Sun/Mercury in 11th). Jupiter in the 10th suggests public recognition and leadership potential. Business, construction, agriculture, research, or multi-level ventures suit you. Financially, multiple income streams and property are possible; staying too long in the family home can slow your rise — relocation often triggers growth. When Jupiter and Saturn cycle through career angles, expect visible promotions or responsibility shifts.

Love Life and Romantic Partners : Private love, fierce intensity

You love in a quiet, deep way. Venus in the 12th (from the Moon) makes affection private and sometimes sacrificial; Mars + Rahu in the 8th brings intense sexual cycles and transformational partnerships. You may swing between hot passion and withdrawal. Your partner often sees you as loyal but mysterious — comforting one moment, withdrawn the next.

If you are male: your wife may be career-focused, possibly in teaching, writing, design, or tech. She might own property or be from a different cultural background; she can be assertive and driven. Your role may include steady support or managing practical affairs.

If you are female: your husband may work in research, tech, law, media, or creative arts. He could be well-connected or artistically inclined, and the relationship may push you both into deep transformation. Expect periods where intimacy becomes the site of healing or confrontation.

Transits of Venus, Mars, and Jupiter will bring spikes of closeness or crisis — use those windows to communicate clearly rather than retreat.

Areas of Improvement and Obstacles : Stop waiting for perfect moments

Be blunt: your dislike of self-indulgence can become moralizing. You avoid messy conversations and that creates long-term leaks. You can be nosy, judgmental, or prone to self-sabotage when stress hits. Property, legal, or family disputes may appear if you ignore paperwork or delay relocation. Fix the small things now; left to fester they explode at inconvenient moments.

Actionable Insights, Tips, Techniques, Tools and Strategies

  • Set a weekly solitude hour: research, journal, or plan — this feeds your Life Path 7 drive.
  • Channel intensity into one project: pick a study or business and run it for 90 days; keep a metrics board (Notion, Trello).
  • Boundaries in relationships: name one behavior you won't tolerate, then practice enforcing it calmly.
  • Health routine: daily movement, ear/neck care, and 10 minutes of breathwork reduce nervous flare-ups.
  • Financial strategy: diversify income, do due diligence on property, and consider relocation when career stalls; consult a lawyer before signing big papers.

Move with intention: your chart hands you tools — focus, networks, and the capacity for deep change. Use them, and transits will reward steady courage.


Yearly Predictions

In the year 2025, as Jupiter gracefully transits through the 11th house in the first half and 12th house in the second half, you can expect a year filled with positive transformation and spiritual growth. This astrological alignment will bring forth a plethora of opportunities for you to expand your horizons and deepen your connections with the divine. During the sub-cycle of Jupiter from September 2024 to October 2026, you will experience a heightened sense of optimism and joy. This positive outlook will serve as a guiding light, helping you navigate through any challenges that may arise. Embrace this period...

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The person with birth year 1988 belongs to the Millennials 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 21, 2006
  • India: May 21, 2006
  • Philippines: May 21, 2006
  • United Kingdom: May 21, 2006
  • Canada: May 21, 2006
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 21, 2003
  • India: May 21, 2004
  • Philippines: May 21, 2004
  • United Kingdom: May 21, 2005
  • Canada: May 21, 2004

Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)

  • United States: May 21, 2004
  • India: May 21, 2006
  • Philippines: May 21, 2006
  • United Kingdom: May 21, 2005
  • Canada: May 21, 2004

Full Driving License

  • United States: May 21, 2006
  • India: May 21, 2008
  • Philippines: May 21, 2006
  • United Kingdom: May 21, 2009
  • Canada: May 21, 2006

When do I reach age of consent?

  • United States: May 21, 2004
  • India: May 21, 2006
  • Philippines: May 21, 2004
  • United Kingdom: May 21, 2004
  • Canada: May 21, 2004
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 21, 2006
  • India: May 21, 2009
  • Philippines: May 21, 2006
  • United Kingdom: May 21, 2006
  • Canada: May 21, 2006

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

  • United States: May 21, 2009
  • India: May 21, 2009
  • Philippines: May 21, 2006
  • United Kingdom: May 21, 2006
  • Canada: May 21, 2007

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

  • India: May 21, 2006
  • Canada: May 21, 2007
  • United States: May 21, 2009
  • Philippines: May 21, 2009
  • United Kingdom: May 21, 2006

When Will I Become a Millionaire?

June 21, 2034

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 21, 2026 is on a Thursday.
  • Your next birthday is 250 days away.


Astrology Analysis

Ephemeris for May 21, 1988

Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.
Planet Position (Tropical, Western) Transits on May 21, 2025 Secondary Progressions for May 21, 2025
Sun 0 Gemini 25 0 Gemini 28 5 Cancer 49
Moon 3 Leo 53 10 Pisces 9 2 Sagittarius 18
Mercury 22 Gemini 22 20 Taurus 1 18 Gemini 21
Venus 0 Cancer 24 15 Aries 5 14 Gemini 59
Mars 29 Aquarius 19 15 Leo 27 21 Pisces 36
Jupiter 17 Taurus 6 25 Gemini 38 25 Taurus 21
Saturn 1 Capricorn 27 29 Pisces 36 28 Sagittarius 54
Uranus 0 Capricorn 13 27 Taurus 30 28 Sagittarius 47
Neptune 9 Capricorn 46 1 Aries 38 8 Capricorn 52
Pluto 10 Scorpio 38 3 Aquarius 45 9 Scorpio 53
Rahu 19 Pisces 41 24 Pisces 4 17 Pisces 43
Ketu 19 Virgo 41 24 Virgo 4 17 Virgo 43

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