Born on 5 September, 1988 (Monday)

Zodiac Sign (Western)
Virgo

Sunsign, Tropical Zodiac

Zodiac Sign (Vedic)
Gemini

Moonsign, Sidereal Zodiac

Age (Today)
37 years, 7 days

Your next birthday is 357 days away.

Life Path Number
4

Numerology

Day of the Week
Monday

249th day of the year 1988.

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

XXXVII years old

Timings
Sunrise: 05:18 Sunset: 18:39

London UTC


Personality Traits for people born on September 5, 1988

Born on September 5, 1988 : Practical courage meets restless curiosity

  • Life Path 4: steady, disciplined builder who values results.
  • Mars in the 10th house from the Moon: visible ambition and drive to lead.
  • Mercury in the 4th & Venus in the 2nd: thinking tied to home, a good nose for value.
  • Saturn, Uranus, Neptune grouped in the 7th: relationships test you and teach adaptation.

You learned early that work proves worth. You want projects that show progress and you also want meaning. You’re drawn to generous people and you’re quickly put off by arrogance. You mix courage with a need for order — that combination keeps doors open and curiosity active.

Personality : Daring

You act first and plan while you go. With the Sun 3rd from your Moon you speak up; Mars 10th from the Moon pushes you forward in public life. That pattern looks like someone who volunteers for hard projects and outlines the whole plan on the fly. Underneath, anxiety nudges you to rehearse outcomes and control details. You’re brave in action but you often carry a checklist in your head — which creates momentum and occasional friction, and that friction teaches you what truly matters.

Talent and Abilities : Organized strategist

Your Life Path 4 gives you patience for systems and steady work. Mercury in the 4th house roots your thinking in family, memory and a safe base; Venus in 2nd sharpens your taste for value. Pluto in the 5th brings creative depth. Unconsciously you seek security through competence, so you turn structure into results — great for leadership, sales, real estate, or any role where execution matters. When Mars cycles peak, you turn plans into visible wins.

Blind Spots : Sharp tongue

Your speech is powerful; it wins debates but can alienate people. Saturn, Uranus and Neptune near the 7th color how partners read you — serious, unpredictable, or unclear at times. You fear being seen as fickle, so you can tighten control or go blunt. That bluntness fixes problems fast, yet it sometimes starts fires that need time to cool. Learning to temper directness will keep more doors open.

Karmic Lessons : Build trust, then expand

Moon's South Node in the 3rd and Rahu in the 9th point to a pattern: comfortable local thinking and quick exchanges must evolve into broader belief, study or travel. The lesson is to move from proving yourself in small circles to trusting larger systems and commitments. These themes return in Saturn and Jupiter cycles — transits that press you to mature and let partnership teach patience.

Family and Environment : Practical roots

Home shaped your mind. Mercury in the 4th suggests a household of readers or talkers and a mother who set emotional tone and discipline. You learned routines that now show up in how you manage money and projects. Siblings or extended family may be visible players; you often shoulder responsibility and return to family decisions for a sense of security — a habit that also shapes where you live and work.

Health and Habits : High-energy tension

Mars in the 10th pushes action. If you stay wired, tension, headaches or digestive stress show up. Jupiter in the 12th asks for quiet recovery; regular movement, predictable sleep and short solitude breaks help. Watch physical risk during intense Mars transits. Routine is not boring for you — it’s protection for the drive that makes you who you are.

Education and Student Life : Disciplined learner

You study with focus. Reading habits and self-discipline make technical or medical subjects a good fit, and Rahu in the 9th can pull you toward study abroad or unconventional philosophies. You may pivot into different work than your degree suggests, but education gives practical tools that pay off in real projects and promotions.

Work, Money and Career : Ambitious builder

Mars in the 10th gives a push for public success; Life Path 4 favors steady income and long projects. Best fits: business ownership, real estate, sales, engineering, management. If you are male, you may be drawn to leadership roles in finance, construction or government; if you are female, you might excel in transformative leadership, healthcare or tech connected to public work. Partnerships need care — Saturn in the 7th warns about naive deals. Watch career transits; they bring fast promotion or pressure and teach strategy.

Love Life and Romantic Partners : Tested commitments

Relationships are a major school. Saturn, Uranus and Neptune near the 7th house from your Moon create patterns of delay, disruption, and idealism mixed with realism. You’re drawn to generous partners and dislike arrogance. Your speech reads as dependable but intense. If you are male: your wife may be strong-willed, possibly from healthcare, the arts, or an industrial background; marriage could arrive later and demand compromise. If you are female: your husband may be creative, research- or medicine-oriented, and often supported by women; he may bring stability. Expect Saturn or Uranus transits to rearrange relationships — those periods separate what’s real from what’s romantic and often lead to clearer, stronger bonds.

Areas of Improvement and Obstacles : Control and impatience

Be blunt: you can be argumentative, restless, and unforgiving when pressured. Saving money is a struggle and impulsive risks can feel tempting when you need validation. Your sharp edge wins quick fights but damages long-term trust. Growth asks you to trade a little control for steadier relationships, safer financial choices, and clearer alignment with long-term goals.

Actionable Insights, Tips, Techniques, Tools and Strategies

  • Build a weekly routine—small rituals suit Life Path 4.
  • Channel Mars: regular strength training or competitive sport to burn excess energy.
  • Practice “pause and rephrase” before strong comments; it protects relationships.
  • Automate savings and use budgeting apps to counter impulsive spending.
  • Track transits for Saturn, Mars and Jupiter; use them as decision checkpoints.

Yearly Predictions

In the vast expanse of the cosmos, the year 2025 holds a unique and transformative destiny for you, dear soul born on September 5, 1988. As the celestial bodies dance in intricate harmony, Jupiter, the benevolent planet of expansion and fortune, takes center stage, orchestrating a symphony of auspicious events in your life. From January 2025 to May 2027, you will find yourself propelled into a whirlwind of opportunities, propelled by the sub-cycle of Jupiter activating the 12th house. This cosmic alignment will awaken a profound sense of spiritual growth and self-discovery, guiding you towards a deeper understanding of your...

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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: September 5, 2006
  • India: September 5, 2006
  • Philippines: September 5, 2006
  • United Kingdom: September 5, 2006
  • Canada: September 5, 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: September 5, 2003
  • India: September 5, 2004
  • Philippines: September 5, 2004
  • United Kingdom: September 5, 2005
  • Canada: September 5, 2004

Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)

  • United States: September 5, 2004
  • India: September 5, 2006
  • Philippines: September 5, 2006
  • United Kingdom: September 5, 2005
  • Canada: September 5, 2004

Full Driving License

  • United States: September 5, 2006
  • India: September 5, 2008
  • Philippines: September 5, 2006
  • United Kingdom: September 5, 2009
  • Canada: September 5, 2006

When do I reach age of consent?

  • United States: September 5, 2004
  • India: September 5, 2006
  • Philippines: September 5, 2004
  • United Kingdom: September 5, 2004
  • Canada: September 5, 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: September 5, 2006
  • India: September 5, 2009
  • Philippines: September 5, 2006
  • United Kingdom: September 5, 2006
  • Canada: September 5, 2006

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

  • United States: September 5, 2009
  • India: September 5, 2009
  • Philippines: September 5, 2006
  • United Kingdom: September 5, 2006
  • Canada: September 5, 2007

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

  • India: September 5, 2006
  • Canada: September 5, 2007
  • United States: September 5, 2009
  • Philippines: September 5, 2009
  • United Kingdom: September 5, 2006

When Will I Become a Millionaire?

October 5, 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

  • September 5, 2026 is on a Saturday.
  • Your next birthday is 357 days away.


Astrology Analysis

Ephemeris for September 5, 1988

Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.
Planet Position (Tropical, Western) Transits on September 5, 2025 Secondary Progressions for September 5, 2025
Sun 12 Virgo 54 12 Virgo 57 19 Libra 9
Moon 7 Cancer 48 11 Aquarius 0 4 Scorpio 28
Mercury 7 Libra 30 5 Virgo 14 16 Libra 59
Venus 27 Cancer 40 12 Leo 42 8 Virgo 58
Mars 10 Aries 49 18 Libra 42 1 Aries 34
Jupiter 5 Gemini 35 18 Cancer 38 5 Gemini 41
Saturn 26 Sagittarius 7 29 Pisces 36 27 Sagittarius 32
Uranus 27 Sagittarius 3 1 Gemini 29 27 Sagittarius 38
Neptune 7 Capricorn 27 1 Aries 14 7 Capricorn 33
Pluto 10 Scorpio 22 1 Aquarius 41 11 Scorpio 34
Rahu 14 Pisces 1 18 Pisces 24 12 Pisces 3
Ketu 14 Virgo 1 18 Virgo 24 12 Virgo 3

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