Born on 17 July, 1955 (Sunday)

Zodiac Sign (Western)
Sunsign, Tropical Zodiac
Zodiac Sign (Vedic)
Moonsign, Sidereal Zodiac
Age (Today)
Your next birthday is 305 days away.
Life Path Number
Numerology
Day of the Week
198th day of the year 1955.
Chinese Zodiac Sign
Roman Numerals
LXX years old
Timings
London UTC
Personality Traits for people born on July 17, 1955
Born on July 17, 1955 : You combine playful charm with a clear hunger for security — you make people smile and you get results.
- Life Path 8: ambition, money, authority — you push for stability and impact.
- Mercury & Venus conjunct Moon: quick mind, warm manner, persuasive emotions.
- 2nd-house emphasis (Mars, Jupiter, Uranus): income and possessions shape identity; gains can arrive suddenly.
- Rahu in 7th + Moon’s South Node: partnerships are karmic, sometimes unusual or corrective.
You were born July 17, 1955 — a person who learned early to mix levity with practicality. Imagine someone who tells a joke at the kitchen table while quietly balancing the household books: that's your style. That blend of charm and calculation steers how you build talent, money and relationships — and how you get pulled into recurring life lessons.
Personality : Fun-loving
You come across as easy, witty and social because Mercury and Venus sit close to your Moon — your feelings and thoughts move together. At a reunion you’re the raconteur; behind that smile there’s a tilt of anxiety and a need for security (Sun and several planets linked to your values). You dislike thoughtless people and favor those who show care. That public playfulness, with private worry, shapes how you take risks — and it leads naturally into how you use your gifts.
Talent and Abilities : Persuasive
Your mind is persuasive. Mercury + Venus conjunct the Moon give you a magnetism in speech and taste. Pluto in the 3rd house deepens curiosity and research skills; Mars, Jupiter and Uranus near the 2nd stir ambition, energy and sudden opportunities around money. Unconsciously you aim to build security and status. In practice you turn conversation into contracts, and you can move from steady employment into business when the moment feels right — an ability that rewards both charm and courage.
Blind Spots : Charming
People see warmth; sometimes you use that warmth to steer outcomes. That manipulative edge can help you win, but it also creates distrust. You pride yourself on logic and control, so overly emotional displays irritate you and you may dismiss real feelings. You may tell yourself you’re “helping” by directing others — but that pattern often leaves behind tension. Notice this: easing control opens the next door in your relationships.
Karmic Lessons : Power
With Life Path 8 and the Moon tied to its South Node, you carry a lesson about power: how to use it, and when to release it. Rahu in the 7th nudges you into partnership as the place you meet your fate; repeated relationship patterns are here to teach you vulnerability over dominance. When Saturn and Jupiter cycle across these areas, the lessons intensify — external tests ask you to trade short-term control for steady, mature authority.
Family and Environment : Supportive
Your early years likely felt secure in important ways. The mother figure provided emotional steadiness; a father offered practical support, though he may have been comfort-loving and imperfect. Property and possessions play a family role, and you often act as the protector or mediator among siblings. Family debates about money or values are common, and you usually end up smoothing things — which leads into why health and routine matter for you.
Health and Habits : Late nights
You like to stay up late; your energy often peaks after others have stopped. That habit can tilt your sleep cycle and affect head, eyes and skin sensitivity. There may be mild food or spice sensitivities to watch. Simple routines — steady sleep window, regular checkups, breathing work — reduce anxiety and keep your engine running. When Saturn or Neptune transit personal points, health patterns may call for extra care.
Education and Student Life : Ambitious
You’re ambitious but easily distracted. Breaks or twists in formal education are likely; you learn well through work, travel and hands-on study. Research, writing and detailed work suit you. Later life study or a return to a stalled subject often brings rewards; practical learning usually outpaces purely theoretical courses for you. That practical bent feeds directly into how you earn and build security.
Work, Money and Career : Resource-driven
Money and status matter. With heavy 2nd-house activity and Life Path 8, you focus on income, property and reputation. Careers that fit: hospitality, property, law, media, pharmacy/medical, engineering, design, research, or even astrology and the arts. Many natives start in a job and pivot to business. Foreign income or gains from city‑property are possible. Avoid gambling and speculation; when Uranus or Jupiter activate your 2nd house, expect sudden shifts in your wallet.
Love Life and Romantic Partners : Magnetic
Your romantic presence is warm and persuasive — you draw partners with humor and care. Venus conjunct Moon gives you an affectionate style; Saturn and Neptune in the 5th suggest romance may be mixed with delays, confusion or lessons about responsibility. Rahu in the 7th means partners can be unusual, foreign, or part of a karmic chain; family patterns around marriage may show twists. You often have many opposite-gender friends and occasional affairs that teach more than they settle you.
If you are male: your wife is likely intelligent, career-oriented and may come from a different place or background; she could be linked to property or business and may travel or relocate. If you are female: your husband may be connected to research, water-related work, government or a profession that resembles his family background; he may be supportive but tied to duties. Partners often admire your competence, yet they want emotional availability. Learning to share small vulnerabilities — not just solutions — deepens love. Note: Rahu/Saturn transits often bring turning points in partnership life.
Areas of Improvement and Obstacles : Control
Be blunt with yourself: your drive for security can harden into control, secrecy or sharp judgment. That edge wins fights but erodes closeness. Mood swings, late nights, and a tendency to manipulate outcomes are your real traps. Financially, speculation hurts; emotionally, testing loyalty pushes people away. Face these patterns directly — or watch success feel lonely. The hardest, truest work is trading short-term advantage for lasting trust.
Actionable Insights, Tips, Techniques, Tools and Strategies
- Set a simple budget and a contingency fund — Life Path 8 rewards disciplined money plans.
- Adopt a 30‑minute evening breathing routine (pranayama or guided breath) to reset anxiety and sleep rhythm.
- Practice one vulnerability exercise weekly: say a small fear aloud to a trusted friend without fixing it.
- Channel investigative energy into a project (short research, a memoir chapter, a business plan) to use Pluto‑3rd productively.
- When Saturn/Jupiter transits activate partnerships or money, pause big moves: review contracts, consult a mentor, and avoid gambling.
Yearly Predictions
The year 2025 promises to be a year of transformation and growth for you. With Saturn, the planet of discipline and responsibility, exalted in your chart, you will find the strength and determination to overcome any obstacles that come your way. This is an excellent time to focus on your long-term goals and aspirations, as you will have the drive and perseverance to see them through to completion. The first half of the year will be particularly favorable for financial matters. Jupiter, the planet of abundance and prosperity, will be transiting through your twelfth house, which governs hidden wealth and...
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What happened on July 17, 1955
- Disneyland, the first theme park in the Disneyland Resort in Anaheim, California, opens to the public.
July 17, 1955 Facts
What is my generation?
The person with birth year 1955 belongs to the Baby Boomers group.
When am I eligible to vote, open a bank account, buy a simcard and open a bank account? (Age of Majority)
- United States: July 17, 1973
- India: July 17, 1973
- Philippines: July 17, 1973
- United Kingdom: July 17, 1973
- Canada: July 17, 1973
When am I eligible to get a driving license?
Learner's Permit (Under supervision)
- United States: July 17, 1970
- India: July 17, 1971
- Philippines: July 17, 1971
- United Kingdom: July 17, 1972
- Canada: July 17, 1971
Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)
- United States: July 17, 1971
- India: July 17, 1973
- Philippines: July 17, 1973
- United Kingdom: July 17, 1972
- Canada: July 17, 1971
Full Driving License
- United States: July 17, 1973
- India: July 17, 1975
- Philippines: July 17, 1973
- United Kingdom: July 17, 1976
- Canada: July 17, 1973
When do I reach age of consent?
- United States: July 17, 1971
- India: July 17, 1973
- Philippines: July 17, 1971
- United Kingdom: July 17, 1971
- Canada: July 17, 1971
When can I marry without parental consent?
- United States: July 17, 1973
- India: July 17, 1976
- Philippines: July 17, 1973
- United Kingdom: July 17, 1973
- Canada: July 17, 1973
When do I reach legal age of drinking (consuming alcohol)?
- United States: July 17, 1976
- India: July 17, 1976
- Philippines: July 17, 1973
- United Kingdom: July 17, 1973
- Canada: July 17, 1974
When do I reach legal age of smoking (consuming tobacco)?
- India: July 17, 1973
- Canada: July 17, 1974
- United States: July 17, 1976
- Philippines: July 17, 1976
- United Kingdom: July 17, 1973
When Will I Become a Millionaire?
August 17, 2001
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
- July 17, 2026 is on a Friday.
- Your next birthday is 305 days away.
Astrology Analysis


Ephemeris for July 17, 1955
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on July 17, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for July 17, 2025 |
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Sun | 23 Cancer 55 | 24 Cancer 57 | 1 Libra 25 |
Moon | 23 Gemini 11 | 14 Aries 58 | 13 Capricorn 37 |
Mercury | 5 Cancer 0 | 15 Leo 32 | 26 Libra 37 |
Venus | 11 Cancer 19 | 14 Gemini 6 | 7 Libra 53 |
Mars | 3 Leo 46 | 17 Virgo 21 | 18 Virgo 22 |
Jupiter | 6 Leo 58 | 8 Cancer 30 | 21 Leo 54 |
Saturn | 15 Scorpio 1 | 1 Aries 48 | 18 Scorpio 25 |
Uranus | 27 Cancer 44 | 0 Gemini 26 | 1 Leo 30 |
Neptune | 25 Libra 29 | 2 Aries 7 | 27 Libra 0 |
Pluto | 25 Leo 25 | 2 Aquarius 46 | 27 Leo 35 |
Rahu | 24 Sagittarius 58 | 21 Pisces 2 | 21 Sagittarius 15 |
Ketu | 24 Gemini 58 | 21 Virgo 2 | 21 Gemini 15 |
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Astrology Transits Analysis for Year 2025
Transits for 2025
- Mars conjunction Sun
Exact: 21 January, 2025 - Mars conjunction Sun
Exact: 01 April, 2025 - Saturn square Rahu
Exact: 01 April, 2025 - Jupiter conjunction Moon
Exact: 11 May, 2025 - Mars square Saturn
Exact: 21 May, 2025 - Jupiter conjunction Ketu
Exact: 21 May, 2025 - Jupiter opposition Rahu
Exact: 21 May, 2025 - Jupiter conjunction Mercury
Exact: 30 June, 2025 - Mars square Rahu
Exact: 30 July, 2025 - Jupiter conjunction Venus
Exact: 30 July, 2025 - Jupiter trine Saturn
Exact: 19 August, 2025 - Jupiter conjunction Sun
Exact: 18 October, 2025 - Mars aspects Ketu
Exact: 28 October, 2025 - Mars conjunction Rahu
Exact: 07 December, 2025 - Mars opposition Ketu
Exact: 07 December, 2025 - Mars aspects Sun
Exact: 07 December, 2025 - Jupiter conjunction Sun
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