Born on 17 July, 1955 (Sunday)

Zodiac Sign (Western)
Cancer

Sunsign, Tropical Zodiac

Zodiac Sign (Vedic)
Taurus

Moonsign, Sidereal Zodiac

Age (Today)
70 years, 1 month, 28 days

Your next birthday is 305 days away.

Life Path Number
8

Numerology

Day of the Week
Sunday

198th day of the year 1955.

Chinese Zodiac Sign
Goat (羊)
Roman Numerals
XVII-VII-MCMLV

LXX years old

Timings
Sunrise: 04:00 Sunset: 20:12

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
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: 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
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: 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
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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