Born on 8 August, 2008 (Friday)

Zodiac Sign (Western)
Leo

Sunsign, Tropical Zodiac

Zodiac Sign (Vedic)
Libra

Moonsign, Sidereal Zodiac

Age (Today)
17 years, 1 month, 4 days

Your next birthday is 329 days away.

Life Path Number
8

Numerology

Day of the Week
Friday

221st day of the year 2008.

Chinese Zodiac Sign
Rat (鼠)
Roman Numerals
VIII-VIII-MMVIII

XVII years old

Timings
Sunrise: 04:33 Sunset: 19:38

London UTC


Personality Traits for people born on August 8, 2008

Born on August 8, 2008 : Quiet power with a playful streak

  • Built to lead — Life Path 8 and Sun in the 10th house point to public drive.
  • Group energy: 4 planets (Mercury, Venus, Mars, Saturn) sit in the 11th house — you move well in networks.
  • Sharp communicator: Jupiter + Pluto in the 3rd house give intense curiosity and an ability to reshape ideas.
  • Creative spark: Uranus in the 5th brings originality to romance, play, and creative risk-taking.

You show up like a playlist that alternates between ambition and easy-going fun — you want a stage, but you also want to laugh. Those two drives are real and they don’t cancel each other out. The charts point to practical power (Life Path 8), plus social skill and curiosity. Expect moments when your leadership is playful and moments when your playful side asks for responsibility. That contrast leads straight into how your personality actually plays out.

Personality : Diplomatic

You negotiate well. With Mercury, Venus, Mars and Saturn in your 11th house of groups, you learn how to smooth conflicts, keep teams aligned, and make friends feel heard. At the same time, you have an easy charm that invites trust — which can make you a little gullible. Picture yourself calming a group chat argument, then trusting someone’s quick promise without checking the details. You balance fairness and ambition, and that balance shapes where your talents will show up.

Talent and Abilities : Practical communicator

You combine focused ambition with fast learning. Sun in the 10th (career/reputation) and Jupiter + Pluto in the 3rd (communication, research) give you a knack for turning ideas into real outcomes. You’re disciplined and adaptable at work; you can lead a project and also write the memo that makes it move. Unconscious motives include a desire for recognition and control — you want your work to matter. When Jupiter or Saturn cycle through career or communication areas, those skills will amplify or harden into long-term advantage.

Blind Spots : Too trusting

Your diplomacy can be a liability when you skip checks to keep the peace. Restlessness irritates you; you’ll sometimes swap stability for novelty and later regret the loose decision. Socially, people see you as calm and fair, but inside you may feel pulled between wanting fun and desiring authority. That internal tug can make you forgive people who don’t deserve it. Learn to pause before you pledge time, money, or reputation — the pause will keep your gifts intact and point you toward the karma you’re carrying next.

Karmic Lessons : Responsibility to influence

Life Path 8 and a Sun placed toward public life suggest recurring lessons about power and accountability. The Moon’s South Node in the 10th house hints at past tendencies tied to public roles or reputation; you’re learning to make influence sustainable and ethical. Repeated patterns will revolve around handling authority without losing your basic kindness. Expect these lessons to sharpen during major planetary cycles — nodal moves and Saturn’s slower returns will bring crucial tests that teach you how to hold power with care.

Family and Environment : Steady roots

Home life feels practical and persistent. Your mother’s coping skills stand out; she models resilience. Family likely values tradition and supportive schooling, and you may be the sibling who steps up when others hesitate. Neptune and Rahu near the 4th house suggest some family stories or expectations that feel unclear or amplified; you might inherit a blend of faith and duty. These patterns shape how you approach close relationships and point toward the health habits you’ll need next.

Health and Habits : Routine matters

You do best with steady rhythms. Irregular sleep or missed meals increases restlessness and raises your irritation threshold. Your voice and throat or eyesight deserve occasional checkups (watch for strain if you spend long hours on screens or speaking). Small daily routines — a fixed wake time, eye breaks, simple meal rules — stabilize mood and focus. Keep those habits and you’ll protect the energy that fuels school and career success coming up next.

Education and Student Life : Ambitious learner

School is a place where you can stand out. You’re likely ambitious, disciplined, and rewarded for effort; teachers notice you. Your curiosity (Jupiter + Pluto in the 3rd) pushes you into research, coding, debate, or clubs that sharpen communication. You may collect books or build a mini-library at home. With the right mentors, your work becomes reputation — which ties back to career doors opening later. That reputation is where money and work choices begin to connect.

Work, Money and Career : Leadership through networks

Career will matter. Sun in the 10th gives long-term focus on public role; 11th-house planets mean networks and group projects bring your biggest opportunities. You work well in organizations, tech teams, communications, or management roles that reward reliability. Life Path 8 gives a practical talent for handling money and responsibility. Expect growth in cycles — Jupiter brings chances, Saturn builds structure — so plan long-term and use small wins to build authority.

Love Life and Romantic Partners : Playful but steady

Your romantic style blends spontaneity and loyalty. Uranus in the 5th makes you attracted to unusual or electrifying people; you enjoy romance that feels fresh. At the same time, your chart wants honesty and reliability — you dislike greed or selfishness in partners. Expect supportive relationships but note the risk of small repeated disagreements; you avoid big fights but may hold onto frustration. If you’re a male: your wife may be career-oriented, clever, and direct. If you’re a female: your husband may come from a practical or business background and be supportive but occasionally argumentative. Physical separation for work or study is possible at times, and cycles of Venus, Mars, or Uranus can bring sudden shifts in attraction. Keep communication clear and your playful instincts will keep romance alive.

Areas of Improvement and Obstacles : Gullibility and impatience

Be blunt with yourself: trusting to keep the peace can cost you. Restlessness makes you jump projects before results finish. You may chase recognition and skip small checks that protect you legally or financially. Push back on shortcuts; cultivate patience. The harder, less glamorous work — contracts, follow-up messages, consistent savings — is the exact thing that will convert your energy into lasting success.

Actionable Insights, Tips, Techniques, Tools and Strategies

  • Delay important commitments 48 hours — use that pause to verify facts and protect trust.
  • Automate a savings habit (even 5% of income) to align Life Path 8’s power with security.
  • Practice one clear “no” conversation a week to build boundary muscle.
  • Join one group or club that matches your career interest — your 11th-house strength turns contacts into opportunity.
  • Track big transits (Saturn/Jupiter/Venus cycles) for planning: they will mark windows for discipline, expansion, and relationship shifts.

Yearly Predictions

As you step into the threshold of 2025, dear one, the cosmic tapestry reveals a year of profound transformation and boundless opportunities. Jupiter, the benevolent planet of fortune and wisdom, embarks on a celestial journey through your eighth and ninth houses, casting its radiant light upon your path. The first half of the year, as Jupiter graces your eighth house, unveils a period of introspection and deep emotional healing. You will find yourself drawn to explore the depths of your inner world, delving into hidden realms of your psyche. This introspective journey will empower you with a newfound understanding of...

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What happened on August 8, 2008

  • The 2008 Summer Olympics take place in Beijing, China.\n\n**Importance:** It was the first time the Summer Olympics had been held in China and was a major event for the country.\n\n**Future developments:** The Olympics were generally seen as a success, and China has since hosted other major sporting events, such as the 2022 Winter Olympics.

August 8, 2008 Facts

What is my generation?

The person with birth year 2008 belongs to the Generation Z group.

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

  • United States: August 8, 2026
  • India: August 8, 2026
  • Philippines: August 8, 2026
  • United Kingdom: August 8, 2026
  • Canada: August 8, 2026
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 8, 2023
  • India: August 8, 2024
  • Philippines: August 8, 2024
  • United Kingdom: August 8, 2025
  • Canada: August 8, 2024

Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)

  • United States: August 8, 2024
  • India: August 8, 2026
  • Philippines: August 8, 2026
  • United Kingdom: August 8, 2025
  • Canada: August 8, 2024

Full Driving License

  • United States: August 8, 2026
  • India: August 8, 2028
  • Philippines: August 8, 2026
  • United Kingdom: August 8, 2029
  • Canada: August 8, 2026

When do I reach age of consent?

  • United States: August 8, 2024
  • India: August 8, 2026
  • Philippines: August 8, 2024
  • United Kingdom: August 8, 2024
  • Canada: August 8, 2024
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 8, 2026
  • India: August 8, 2029
  • Philippines: August 8, 2026
  • United Kingdom: August 8, 2026
  • Canada: August 8, 2026

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

  • United States: August 8, 2029
  • India: August 8, 2029
  • Philippines: August 8, 2026
  • United Kingdom: August 8, 2026
  • Canada: August 8, 2027

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

  • India: August 8, 2026
  • Canada: August 8, 2027
  • United States: August 8, 2029
  • Philippines: August 8, 2029
  • United Kingdom: August 8, 2026

When Will I Become a Millionaire?

September 8, 2054

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 8, 2026 is on a Saturday.
  • Your next birthday is 329 days away.


Astrology Analysis

Ephemeris for August 8, 2008

Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.
Planet Position (Tropical, Western) Transits on August 8, 2025 Secondary Progressions for August 8, 2025
Sun 16 Leo 5 15 Leo 59 2 Virgo 26
Moon 9 Scorpio 51 2 Aquarius 53 19 Gemini 16
Mercury 25 Leo 56 4 Leo 45 24 Virgo 30
Venus 2 Virgo 34 9 Cancer 25 23 Virgo 27
Mars 22 Virgo 58 0 Libra 49 3 Libra 44
Jupiter 14 Capricorn 1 13 Cancer 15 12 Capricorn 52
Saturn 8 Virgo 41 1 Aries 15 10 Virgo 47
Uranus 21 Pisces 59 1 Gemini 8 21 Pisces 25
Neptune 23 Aquarius 2 1 Aries 51 22 Aquarius 35
Pluto 28 Sagittarius 44 2 Aquarius 15 28 Sagittarius 32
Rahu 18 Aquarius 40 19 Pisces 53 17 Aquarius 46
Ketu 18 Leo 40 19 Virgo 53 17 Leo 46

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