Born on 17 September, 1973 (Monday)

Zodiac Sign (Western)
Virgo

Sunsign, Tropical Zodiac

Zodiac Sign (Vedic)
Aries

Moonsign, Sidereal Zodiac

Age (Today)
51 years, 11 months, 26 days

Your next birthday is 4 days away.

Life Path Number
1

Numerology

Day of the Week
Monday

260th day of the year 1973.

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

LI years old

Timings
Sunrise: 05:36 Sunset: 18:13

London UTC


Personality Traits for people born on September 17, 1973

Born on September 17, 1973 : You’re a steady maker with a secret, high-voltage creative streak

  • Life path 1, Birth number 8: leadership drive + money/authority focus.
  • 4 planets in the 5th house from your Moon (Sun, Mercury, Uranus, Pluto): creative risk, sharp mind, sudden reinvention.
  • Saturn in the 2nd: cautious with money; builds wealth slowly and reliably.
  • Mars in the 12th & Rahu in the 8th: private drive, hidden intensity, and occasional self-sabotage.

You carry a practical pulse: you lead, you plan, and you create when the moment feels right. You may have learned early that success is about timing—slow starts can end in decisive action. That pattern often shows up again during major planetary cycles (think Saturn and Jupiter transits), when life forces you to restructure or expand. Keep an eye on those cycles; they tend to make your moves louder and clearer.

Personality : Reliable

You come across as dependable and purposeful. People trust you to finish what you start, even if you don’t sprint out of the gate. With key placements (Sun and Mercury in the 5th), you express yourself with flair—often through creative projects, storytelling, or small leadership roles. At times you prefer comfort and routine (the “lazy” edge), but when something matters you switch gears and deliver. That very contrast—steady reliability plus bursts of intensity—defines how friends and colleagues remember you. Next, let’s see where that energy goes.

Talent and Abilities : Creative strategist

Your mind excels at turning ideas into something people can see or buy. Mercury + Sun in the 5th give you quick, persuasive thinking; Uranus and Pluto in the same house add originality and the ability to transform a simple idea into a deep project. Jupiter in the 9th gives a taste for big-picture thinking—teaching, travel, law, higher learning. Unconscious motive: you want recognition and impact (Life Path 1), and money or influence often becomes the measure (Birth 8). Use that to channel creative risk into profitable work—that’s your edge.

Blind Spots : Private self-sabotage

Mars tucked in the 12th points to anger or drive that shows up behind the scenes—late-night impulse, hidden resentments, or work done in secrecy. You can be irritated by self-destructive moves (in yourself or others) and yet repeat them when stressed. The Moon’s South Node in the 2nd suggests old habits around security and possessions that are hard to drop. You think in practical terms, but buried impulses can undermine plans unless you surface them. Recognize the pattern and you break the cycle—more on the payoffs below.

Karmic Lessons : Responsibility to power

Your chart asks you to learn how to hold power with integrity. Saturn in the 2nd tests your values and forces slow, steady growth. Rahu in the 8th pushes you into deep change—facing shared resources, secrets, or sudden windfalls. The lesson: balance ambition (1 and 8) with accountability (Saturn). Major transits—Saturn or Pluto—will intensify these lessons and often bring opportunities to complete unfinished business. When you accept responsibility, the doors that once closed start to open.

Family and Environment : Complicated ties

Home life likely shaped your ups and downs. Notes in the chart point to a mother who could be emotionally intense or anxious, and a father linked to steady trades (teaching, government, property). Education may have been interrupted by family pressures. You form strong loyalties and sometimes long grieving cycles; at the same time, family can be your source of help and reputation. Expect patterns about property or sibling disputes to surface, especially during financial turns—watch how you step into those roles.

Health and Habits : Watch stress and indulgence

Family lines show ENT or stress-related issues and, if challenged, a tendency toward weight, cholesterol, or liver complaints. You love good food and spice, which is fine in moderation—balance with movement, sleep, and regular checkups. Hidden anger (Mars 12th) can show up as tension; use breath work or therapy to keep it from becoming physical. Small daily routines make a big difference here—start there and you’ll feel it ripple outward.

Education and Student Life : Interrupted but sharp

School may have felt uneven—lack of support or breaks in study are likely. Still, you’ve got excellent recall and a mind that seeks perfection. Self-education often outperforms formal degrees for you; you learn by doing, researching, or teaching others. Your high standards can make study slow, but the results are deep. Later-life learning or a career pivot can feel natural rather than risky—and often timed with a helpful transit.

Work, Money and Career : Financially astute

You’re good with money planning. Saturn in the 2nd gives discipline; the life numbers push you to lead and to handle authority. If you are male, you may lean toward research, tech, politics, science, or money-related fields. If you are female, you may find strength in teaching, writing, media, design, or property and research roles. Careers that mix creativity with calculation—food business, writing, finance, or government work—fit well. Expect breaks and reinventions; your chart supports multiple attempts until one sticks.

Love Life and Romantic Partners : Intense but not always easy

Your romance reads like a novel: big beginnings, deep transformations, and occasional secrecy. With Pluto and Uranus coloring the 5th house, your affairs can be electrifying and life-changing. Neptune in the 7th adds sensitivity—sometimes idealism—so partners can seem more perfect than they are. If you are male, your wife may be intellectually active, career-driven, and sometimes frugal; she might also carry her own health vulnerabilities. If you are female, your husband may be powerful, creative, or tied to high-energy professions (defense, politics, entertainment). Love marriages are possible; mismatches and high expectations can create tension. You prefer willful people and dislike stinginess; your challenge is turning intense attraction into steady partnership. When transits to the 7th or 5th hit, relationships rewrite themselves—pay attention then.

Areas of Improvement and Obstacles : Inertia and pride

You can resist change until it’s forced on you. Procrastination, stubborn pride, and hidden impulses are the sharp edges to watch. Financial disputes or property issues may become sources of stress. Addiction or compulsive behavior can appear in the family line—stay honest about temptations. Being blunt helps, but temper it with patience; your best moves come from steady effort rather than sudden pushes.

Actionable Insights, Tips, Techniques, Tools and Strategies

  • Set 30-day creative sprints to use your 5th-house energy—small wins build momentum.
  • Track money monthly; Saturn rewards steady, boring habits more than dramatic risk.
  • Use late-night journaling or therapy to surface Mars-in-12th impulses before they act out.
  • Pick one public project (writing, teaching, side business) to channel Uranus/Pluto drive.
  • Watch major transits (Saturn, Jupiter, Uranus, Pluto); plan big moves in transit windows.

Yearly Predictions

The year 2025 holds immense promise for you, a testament to your unwavering efforts and dedication. The sub-cycle of Moon, which runs from February 2024 to June 2025, activates the 1st house, bringing about significant changes and new beginnings. Embrace these changes with an open heart, as they will ultimately lead to personal growth and fulfillment. During this period, you may encounter unexpected opportunities for travel, both domestic and international. These journeys will not only broaden your horizons but also bring about profound experiences that will shape your perspective on life. Embrace the unknown and allow yourself to be swept...

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The person with birth year 1973 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: September 17, 1991
  • India: September 17, 1991
  • Philippines: September 17, 1991
  • United Kingdom: September 17, 1991
  • Canada: September 17, 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 17, 1988
  • India: September 17, 1989
  • Philippines: September 17, 1989
  • United Kingdom: September 17, 1990
  • Canada: September 17, 1989

Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)

  • United States: September 17, 1989
  • India: September 17, 1991
  • Philippines: September 17, 1991
  • United Kingdom: September 17, 1990
  • Canada: September 17, 1989

Full Driving License

  • United States: September 17, 1991
  • India: September 17, 1993
  • Philippines: September 17, 1991
  • United Kingdom: September 17, 1994
  • Canada: September 17, 1991

When do I reach age of consent?

  • United States: September 17, 1989
  • India: September 17, 1991
  • Philippines: September 17, 1989
  • United Kingdom: September 17, 1989
  • Canada: September 17, 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 17, 1991
  • India: September 17, 1994
  • Philippines: September 17, 1991
  • United Kingdom: September 17, 1991
  • Canada: September 17, 1991

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

  • United States: September 17, 1994
  • India: September 17, 1994
  • Philippines: September 17, 1991
  • United Kingdom: September 17, 1991
  • Canada: September 17, 1992

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

  • India: September 17, 1991
  • Canada: September 17, 1992
  • United States: September 17, 1994
  • Philippines: September 17, 1994
  • United Kingdom: September 17, 1991

When Will I Become a Millionaire?

October 17, 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 17, 2025 is on a Wednesday.
  • Your next birthday is 4 days away.


Astrology Analysis

Ephemeris for September 17, 1973

Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.
Planet Position (Tropical, Western) Transits on September 17, 2024 Secondary Progressions for September 17, 2024
Sun 24 Virgo 13 24 Virgo 52 14 Scorpio 42
Moon 22 Taurus 42 12 Pisces 56 1 Aries 10
Mercury 6 Libra 5 13 Virgo 15 21 Scorpio 56
Venus 4 Scorpio 33 22 Libra 53 1 Capricorn 41
Mars 9 Taurus 12 7 Cancer 19 27 Aries 39
Jupiter 2 Aquarius 18 20 Gemini 32 4 Aquarius 36
Saturn 4 Cancer 14 15 Pisces 15 4 Cancer 41
Uranus 21 Libra 39 27 Taurus 10 24 Libra 48
Neptune 4 Sagittarius 55 28 Pisces 36 6 Sagittarius 19
Pluto 3 Libra 53 29 Capricorn 46 5 Libra 45
Rahu 3 Capricorn 31 7 Aries 5 0 Capricorn 49
Ketu 3 Cancer 31 7 Libra 5 0 Cancer 49

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