Born on 8 January, 1971 (Friday)

Zodiac Sign (Western)
Capricorn

Sunsign, Tropical Zodiac

Zodiac Sign (Vedic)
Taurus

Moonsign, Sidereal Zodiac

Age (Today)
55 years, 4 days

Your next birthday is 360 days away.

Life Path Number
9

Numerology

Day of the Week
Friday

8th day of the year 1971.

Chinese Zodiac Sign
Dog (狗)
Roman Numerals
VIII-I-MCMLXXI

LV years old

Timings
Sunrise: 08:02 Sunset: 16:11

London UTC


January 8, 1971 - Your Birthday Astrology & Personality Traits

Born on January 8, 1971 : You’re a quiet engine of change — steady, focused, and here to finish what matters.

  • Life Path 9: a calling to serve, lead, and complete cycles.
  • Sun & Mercury in the 8th (from Moon): private, investigative mind; drawn to transformation and hidden truth.
  • Venus, Jupiter, Neptune in the 7th: relationships are central to growth; you crave reliability and meaning in partnership.
  • Rahu in the 10th: public ambition and unusual career turns—expect visible swings during major transits.

Decode Love, Money and Health for January 8, 1971 »

Note: Our comprehensive birthday astrology analysis combines multiple time-tested astrological methods, with a special focus on soli-lunar influences and planetary positions on January 8, 1971 relative to the Moon to provide you with deep insights into your personality and life path.

Yearly Predictions

2026: A Year of Flourishing Partnerships and Personal Growth

Turning 55 is a significant milestone, and 2026 promises to be a year of remarkable transformation and progress for you. Imagine a year where long-held dreams finally take flight, relationships deepen, and your personal journey reaches new heights. This is the potential that 2026 holds for you.

A Year of Abundance and Harmonious Partnerships

2026 unfolds as a year of significant growth, marked by a strong emphasis on partnerships and personal fulfillment. You'll find yourself navigating life with newfound ease, supported by a wave of positive energy that propels you forward....

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Shared Birthdays

Some famous persons born on January 8, 1971


What happened on January 8, 1971

  • Tupamaros kidnap Geoffrey Jackson, British ambassador to Uruguay, in Montevideo, keeping him captive until September. This incident strained diplomatic relations between the United Kingdom and Uruguay.

January 8, 1971 Facts

What is my generation?

The person with birth year 1971 belongs to the Generation X group.

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

  • United States: January 8, 1989
  • India: January 8, 1989
  • Philippines: January 8, 1989
  • United Kingdom: January 8, 1989
  • Canada: January 8, 1989
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: January 8, 1986
  • India: January 8, 1987
  • Philippines: January 8, 1987
  • United Kingdom: January 8, 1988
  • Canada: January 8, 1987

Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)

  • United States: January 8, 1987
  • India: January 8, 1989
  • Philippines: January 8, 1989
  • United Kingdom: January 8, 1988
  • Canada: January 8, 1987

Full Driving License

  • United States: January 8, 1989
  • India: January 8, 1991
  • Philippines: January 8, 1989
  • United Kingdom: January 8, 1992
  • Canada: January 8, 1989

When do I reach age of consent?

  • United States: January 8, 1987
  • India: January 8, 1989
  • Philippines: January 8, 1987
  • United Kingdom: January 8, 1987
  • Canada: January 8, 1987
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: January 8, 1989
  • India: January 8, 1992
  • Philippines: January 8, 1989
  • United Kingdom: January 8, 1989
  • Canada: January 8, 1989

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

  • United States: January 8, 1992
  • India: January 8, 1992
  • Philippines: January 8, 1989
  • United Kingdom: January 8, 1989
  • Canada: January 8, 1990

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

  • India: January 8, 1989
  • Canada: January 8, 1990
  • United States: January 8, 1992
  • Philippines: January 8, 1992
  • United Kingdom: January 8, 1989

When Will I Become a Millionaire?

February 8, 2017

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

  • January 8, 2027 is on a Friday.
  • Your next birthday is 360 days away.


Astrology Analysis

Ephemeris for January 8, 1971

Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.
Planet Position (Tropical, Western) Transits on January 8, 2026 Secondary Progressions for January 8, 2026
Sun 17 Capricorn 19 17 Capricorn 59 13 Pisces 1
Moon 8 Gemini 29 20 Virgo 37 15 Gemini 22
Mercury 27 Sagittarius 48 9 Capricorn 54 10 Pisces 48
Venus 1 Sagittarius 6 18 Capricorn 21 0 Aquarius 11
Mars 20 Scorpio 39 18 Capricorn 16 25 Sagittarius 1
Jupiter 28 Scorpio 48 20 Cancer 24 5 Sagittarius 44
Saturn 16 Taurus 2 26 Pisces 32 17 Taurus 49
Uranus 13 Libra 34 27 Taurus 46 12 Libra 44
Neptune 2 Sagittarius 12 29 Pisces 36 3 Sagittarius 4
Pluto 29 Virgo 41 2 Aquarius 56 28 Virgo 46
Rahu 25 Aquarius 34 11 Pisces 46 22 Aquarius 39
Ketu 25 Leo 34 11 Virgo 46 22 Leo 39

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