Born on 16 September, 1973 (Sunday)

Zodiac Sign (Western)
Virgo

Sunsign, Tropical Zodiac

Zodiac Sign (Vedic)
Aries

Moonsign, Sidereal Zodiac

Age (Today)
51 years, 11 months, 28 days

Your next birthday is 2 days away.

Life Path Number
9

Numerology

Day of the Week
Sunday

259th day of the year 1973.

Chinese Zodiac Sign
Ox (牛)
Roman Numerals
XVI-IX-MCMLXXIII

LI years old

Timings
Sunrise: 05:35 Sunset: 18:15

London UTC


Personality Traits for people born on September 16, 1973

Born on September 16, 1973 : You’re the quietly relentless problem-solver — practical, principled, and driven to mean more

  • Service-minded and precise: Sun + Mercury in the 6th house (from the Moon) give you a hands-on, detail-first approach.
  • Emotion fuels action: Mars conjunct Moon adds intensity—your feelings push you to move and protect.
  • Partnerships matter: Venus in the 7th house (from the Moon) makes relationships a major life stage and mirror.
  • Public reach: Jupiter in the 10th house hints at reputation, career growth, or recognition in your 40s–50s.

At about 51–52 years old, you’ve probably learned how to make practical fixes and carry responsibility without fanfare. Your chart blends a desire to help (Life Path number 9) with a reflective inner engine (Birth number 7), so you balance idealism and method. Read on in plain language — then watch how these patterns might shift in coming planetary cycles.

Personality : Practical Idealist

You come across as steady and straightforward in work and duty, but private about what truly moves you. With Sun and Mercury in the 6th house (from the Moon), you notice errors others miss and like to fix systems. Mars conjunct the Moon gives emotional heat—quick to defend, quick to act. That odd mix explains why you’ll both volunteer to handle logistics and retreat when asked about your feelings. In real life you are the person who arrives early to organize the meeting and leaves without a fuss. Watch for Mars transits; they tend to make your emotions louder and your actions bolder.

Talent and Abilities : Quiet Specialist

Your strengths live in precision, service, and turning chaos into usable work. Mercury in the 6th sharpens technical thinking; Pluto and Uranus in the same house suggest you transform routines and innovate systems. Jupiter in the 10th points to visibility for those skills—management, teaching, or a public role that rewards competence. Unconscious motive: you solve problems to feel worthy and to heal leftover childhood challenges. Picture yourself as a mechanic for organizations or people—able to diagnose, repair, and explain. When Jupiter or Pluto cycles activate, your talent often meets a bigger stage.

Blind Spots : Blunt, Then Withdrawn

You value honesty and efficiency, but that can read as bluntness. You get irritated by lack of tact and you prefer patient people; others may feel judged when you speak plainly. Mercury-Saturn patterns can tighten communication—words become tools, not softeners. You also wrestle with procrastination in projects that lack clear purpose, and occasional greed for security if a role feels unstable. In social scenes you may poke where you shouldn’t, then pull back. The remedy often shows up during Mercury and Saturn transits when communication patterns are tested.

Karmic Lessons : Service, Release, and Higher Meaning

Your Life Path 9 asks you to let go and lead with compassion; Birth Number 7 asks you to study and reflect. Rahu in the 9th house (from the Moon) nudges you toward foreign ideas, higher learning, or a restless search for truth, while the Moon’s South Node in the 3rd suggests old patterns in communication—over-familiarity or small-talk that drains you. The lesson: move from busy detail to broader meaning. As Jupiter and Rahu cycle, you’ll find doors to studies, travel, or a public role that rewrites those earlier habits.

Family and Environment : Practical Roots, Expect Responsibility

Your upbringing likely emphasized steady work, reading, and service. The mother figure appears caring and formative; a father or paternal line may have ties to public service or government. You may have been the child who organized siblings or handled household paperwork. Family health or legal stress may have been part of the background—and these patterns can push you toward caregiving roles. Expect family matters to resurface during Saturn or Jupiter transits, especially when career choices collide with family duty.

Health and Habits : Stress Shows in Routine

With several planets in the 6th house (Sun, Mercury, Uranus, Pluto) your daily routine and health are a central theme. You can stay on your feet for long stretches, but digestion, sleep, or stress-related issues show up if you ignore limits. You do best with a steady sleep rhythm, moderate exercise (walking or legs-focused work), and simple meals. Watch for flare-ups during Mars or Pluto transits—those cycles tend to intensify work pressure and body signals, so treat them as alarms rather than randomness.

Education and Student Life : Curious, Sometimes Interrupted

Learning is both practical and deep for you. You likely grew up around books and teachers, and may have studied in government or trust-supported institutions. Interests range from math and languages to alternative medicine or political subjects. There may have been a pause in formal education or a late bloom of talent—many skills surface clearly after age 12. Rahu in the 9th supports continued study or travel for learning; when that energy peaks, consider short courses or a mentor to refresh your direction.

Work, Money and Career : Steady Service, Public Impact

You fit roles that need detail, discipline, and occasional crisis management: banking, research, healthcare, logistics, event coordination, or administrative leadership. Jupiter in the 10th suggests periods of visible reward—often after hard, consistent work. Expect bureaucracy at times: delays in promotion, fines, or slow recognition are possible, but your steady results build long-term reputations. Foreign income or working away from home is likely during Rahu cycles. When Jupiter and Pluto transit your career houses, opportunities for growth arrive—be ready to accept them.

Love Life and Romantic Partners : Loyal, Tested by Strong Partners

Partnerships matter deeply. Venus in the 7th house places relationship needs front and center; you want harmony but you also seek someone competent. If you are male: your wife is often career-focused, may be older or more dominant, and expects you to share responsibility. If you are female: your husband may come from a different background, be driven, or hold strong passions; he can pull you into wider worlds. Mars conjunct Moon means your love life carries heat—periods of high desire alternate with cool distance. You tend to attract confident partners who push you to grow. Your partner may see you as reliable and quietly intense; at your best you steady their storms. Watch for Venus or Mars transits to reveal the next chapter.

Areas of Improvement and Obstacles : Honest, Rough Edges

You can be blunt to the point of alienating people. Procrastination and a hunger for security can mute your best intentions. You may start projects and stall, or hold back emotionally to avoid being vulnerable. Relationships with domineering partners or bureaucratic bosses can test your patience. Financial bumps or delayed recognition are possible, but blunt truth and steady work will get you past them. Face the urge to control outcomes and practice small finishes; the next section gives tools to do that.

Actionable Insights, Tips, Techniques, Tools and Strategies

  • Track cycles: note Mars, Jupiter, Saturn transits—plan big moves when Jupiter is active.
  • Daily routine: simple sleep schedule, short walks, and a gut-friendly diet protect your energy.
  • Communication drill: write one short, kind note before meetings to soften blunt delivery.
  • Skill boost: pick one focused course (data, management, or a spiritual study) and finish it in 3 months.
  • Service project: use Life Path 9—start a small community task that channels purpose into clear impact.

Yearly Predictions

In the year 2025, the cosmic forces will align in your favor, bringing about a transformative journey filled with both challenges and triumphs. The year will be marked by a profound change in your surroundings, prompting you to embrace new beginnings and leave behind the familiar. This transition may involve a change in residence, a shift in career, or a significant life event that reshapes your perspective. As you navigate these changes, the influence of the Moon and Mars will be a driving force. The Moon, associated with emotions and intuition, will guide you towards greater self-awareness and emotional resilience....

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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 16, 1991
  • India: September 16, 1991
  • Philippines: September 16, 1991
  • United Kingdom: September 16, 1991
  • Canada: September 16, 1991
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 16, 1988
  • India: September 16, 1989
  • Philippines: September 16, 1989
  • United Kingdom: September 16, 1990
  • Canada: September 16, 1989

Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)

  • United States: September 16, 1989
  • India: September 16, 1991
  • Philippines: September 16, 1991
  • United Kingdom: September 16, 1990
  • Canada: September 16, 1989

Full Driving License

  • United States: September 16, 1991
  • India: September 16, 1993
  • Philippines: September 16, 1991
  • United Kingdom: September 16, 1994
  • Canada: September 16, 1991

When do I reach age of consent?

  • United States: September 16, 1989
  • India: September 16, 1991
  • Philippines: September 16, 1989
  • United Kingdom: September 16, 1989
  • Canada: September 16, 1989
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 16, 1991
  • India: September 16, 1994
  • Philippines: September 16, 1991
  • United Kingdom: September 16, 1991
  • Canada: September 16, 1991

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

  • United States: September 16, 1994
  • India: September 16, 1994
  • Philippines: September 16, 1991
  • United Kingdom: September 16, 1991
  • Canada: September 16, 1992

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

  • India: September 16, 1991
  • Canada: September 16, 1992
  • United States: September 16, 1994
  • Philippines: September 16, 1994
  • United Kingdom: September 16, 1991

When Will I Become a Millionaire?

October 16, 2019

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 16, 2025 is on a Tuesday.
  • Your next birthday is 2 days away.


Astrology Analysis

Ephemeris for September 16, 1973

Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.
Planet Position (Tropical, Western) Transits on September 16, 2024 Secondary Progressions for September 16, 2024
Sun 23 Virgo 15 23 Virgo 53 13 Scorpio 42
Moon 8 Taurus 49 28 Aquarius 0 17 Pisces 59
Mercury 4 Libra 25 11 Virgo 27 23 Scorpio 2
Venus 3 Scorpio 23 21 Libra 40 0 Capricorn 38
Mars 9 Taurus 10 6 Cancer 45 27 Aries 53
Jupiter 2 Aquarius 20 20 Gemini 28 4 Aquarius 29
Saturn 4 Cancer 11 15 Pisces 19 4 Cancer 43
Uranus 21 Libra 36 27 Taurus 11 24 Libra 44
Neptune 4 Sagittarius 54 28 Pisces 38 6 Sagittarius 17
Pluto 3 Libra 51 29 Capricorn 47 5 Libra 43
Rahu 3 Capricorn 34 7 Aries 8 0 Capricorn 52
Ketu 3 Cancer 34 7 Libra 8 0 Cancer 52

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