Born on 17 December, 1979 (Monday)

Zodiac Sign (Western)
Sagittarius

Sunsign, Tropical Zodiac

Zodiac Sign (Vedic)
Scorpio

Moonsign, Sidereal Zodiac

Age (Today)
45 years, 8 months, 26 days

Your next birthday is 95 days away.

Life Path Number
1

Numerology

Day of the Week
Monday

351st day of the year 1979.

Chinese Zodiac Sign
Goat (羊)
Roman Numerals
XVII-XII-MCMLXXIX

XLV years old

Timings
Sunrise: 07:58 Sunset: 15:54

London UTC


Personality Traits for people born on December 17, 1979

Born on December 17, 1979 : You are a driven leader who turns pressure into forward motion.

  • Leader by design: Life Path 1 and Birth Number 8 push you toward authority and money.
  • Quick, persuasive mind: Mercury conjunct Moon (and Neptune) gives fluent, feeling-based speech.
  • Career intensity: Mars, Jupiter and Rahu in the 10th house from the Moon point to a public, ambitious path.
  • Loyal but sharp: You protect those you love, but you forgive slowly.

You grew up when work meant showing up and proving results, and your chart reflects that blend of practical grind and verbal power. Facts to hold: Life Path = 1; Birth Number = 8; Mercury conjunct Moon; Neptune conjunct Moon; Mars/Jupiter/Rahu clustered in the 10th house from the Moon. That mix makes you persuasive, competitive and clearly tuned to status — now watch how that plays out in personality and purpose.

Personality : Energetic

You move fast and expect others to keep up. You combine a quick temper with deep loyalty: you stand for people and principles, but you note every slight. Mercury conjunct Moon gives you emotional intelligence in speech — you read a room and answer from feeling. Mars in the 10th layers in ambition, so you often become the visible driver in groups. That energy is your tool; learning to focus it is your aim.

Talent and Abilities : Verbal skill

Your strongest asset is how you use words. With Mercury and Neptune next to the Moon, you speak with imagination and conviction; Venus in the 3rd house adds charm in everyday exchanges. You're a natural negotiator, writer or presenter. Unconscious motive: you seek recognition and security through visible achievement. When you steer that voice toward a goal, you persuade boards, teams and audiences — and doors open.

Blind Spots : Unforgiving edge

You remember injuries and replay them. That memory becomes a filter: you judge quickly and hold grudges longer than is helpful. Emotion and intellect are fused, so feelings can masquerade as facts; others may feel judged rather than heard. Mars transits heighten this. If you soften how you process perceived slights, you'll keep allies and reduce friction — a small change with big payoff.

Karmic Lessons : Let go of old roles

Moon’s South Node in the 4th house points to strong ancestral and home ties — patterns that pull you back into old family roles. The chart asks you to step into independence: lead without carrying everyone’s unfinished business. Saturn and Pluto in the 11th suggest transformations through groups and long-term commitments. In short: you must learn to release inherited duties before you can claim your own destiny.

Family and Environment : Mother’s presence

Your mother likely provided care and emotional grounding; she shaped your emotional intelligence. Father tends to be supportive but may spark household tension at times. You often act as protector for siblings and close kin. The chart also favors relocation for growth — moving away from your birthplace can loosen old expectations and expand opportunity. Home teaches you discipline; then it asks you to leave it.

Health and Habits : Regular fueling

Your system works best on routine. You do poorly with long fasts and respond to steady meal timing; disrupted sleep or irregular eating fuels irritability. Glasses or ENT sensitivity are possible tendencies. You move fast — sometimes too fast on the road — so take care with speed and impulsive choices. Small daily practices calm the nervous system and keep your edge without burning it out.

Education and Student Life : Scientific curiosity

You learned by doing and testing. You favor technical, analytical subjects and often excel in research, coding, or hard sciences — and you’re curious about systems. In groups you question ideas rather than accept them, which can isolate you in school or college but builds true expertise. Study abroad or relocation often enhances your learning and broadens perspective.

Work, Money and Career : Ambitious public profile

With Mars, Jupiter and Rahu in the 10th house from the Moon, you chase visible success. Life Path 1 and Number 8 point to leadership, entrepreneurship or high-responsibility roles. If you are male: careers tied to land, construction, finance, or management often suit you. If you are female: roles in healthcare, design, property, or technical trades can bring steady income. Expect office politics and occasional promotion delays; persistence wins. Watch Jupiter and Saturn transits — they can amplify or stabilize career momentum.

Love Life and Romantic Partners : Loyal, intense love

You love deeply and expect loyalty in return. Mercury–Moon makes you communicative, Venus in the 3rd adds flirtatious charm, but Neptune nearby can idealize partners until reality shows. Marriage may come later, sometimes with early separation due to work or travel; childbirth or fertility concerns have been indicated for some — approach health and timing with care. If you are male: your wife may come from an earthy, practical background — property, healthcare, jewelry, or administrative work; she may be career-oriented and bring stability. If you are female: your husband may come from a more fiery, public or technical background — military, politics, or industry — sometimes short-tempered but supportive through family ties. Partners perceive you as dependable and intense; they value your protection but can feel judged when you hold grudges. Venus and Mars transits will test attachments; use those cycles to examine whether loyalty is mutual or just habitual. Let love be a place to practice patience rather than a scoreboard for prove-yourself moments.

Areas of Improvement and Obstacles : Temper and practical traps

Your edges are quick anger, stubborn memory, and a habit of proving yourself by achievement. Practical problems — lost documents, property paperwork, visa or legal hassles — can drain you if you ignore details. Driving fast or risk-taking increases accident potential. The blunt truth: grudges, impatience and shortcuts cost you allies and time. Face these directly and you turn friction into fuel for growth.

Actionable Insights, Tips, Techniques, Tools and Strategies

  • Practice a 10-minute breathing or grounding routine each morning to cool Mars-driven reactivity.
  • Use daily journaling to separate facts from feelings (helpful for Mercury–Moon fusion).
  • Keep critical documents backed up digitally and in a secure physical place; set calendar reminders.
  • Structure meals and sleep; small routines stabilize mood and performance.
  • Channel speed into leadership projects rather than confrontations — lead a small team to practice restraint.
  • When Venus or Mars transits activate your chart, pause decisions on relationships or big purchases for 48 hours.
  • Consider relocation if career stagnates; Jupiter/Rahu cycles often open overseas or public-opportunity doors.
  • Work with a mentor or therapist to practice forgiveness and clear inherited family roles.

Yearly Predictions

The year 2025 holds great promise for you, a person born on 17 December 1979. As Saturn, the planet of karma and discipline, transits through your 11th house of gains and fulfillment, you can expect positive developments in various aspects of your life. This influence will bring you the support and cooperation you need to overcome obstacles and achieve your goals. The sub-cycle of Saturn, which runs from July 2024 to September 2025, will activate this house, signaling a period of progress and gains. The sub-cycle of Mercury, which runs from September 2025 to September 2026, will activate your 1st...

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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: December 17, 1997
  • India: December 17, 1997
  • Philippines: December 17, 1997
  • United Kingdom: December 17, 1997
  • Canada: December 17, 1997
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: December 17, 1994
  • India: December 17, 1995
  • Philippines: December 17, 1995
  • United Kingdom: December 17, 1996
  • Canada: December 17, 1995

Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)

  • United States: December 17, 1995
  • India: December 17, 1997
  • Philippines: December 17, 1997
  • United Kingdom: December 17, 1996
  • Canada: December 17, 1995

Full Driving License

  • United States: December 17, 1997
  • India: December 17, 1999
  • Philippines: December 17, 1997
  • United Kingdom: December 17, 2000
  • Canada: December 17, 1997

When do I reach age of consent?

  • United States: December 17, 1995
  • India: December 17, 1997
  • Philippines: December 17, 1995
  • United Kingdom: December 17, 1995
  • Canada: December 17, 1995
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: December 17, 1997
  • India: December 17, 2000
  • Philippines: December 17, 1997
  • United Kingdom: December 17, 1997
  • Canada: December 17, 1997

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

  • United States: December 17, 2000
  • India: December 17, 2000
  • Philippines: December 17, 1997
  • United Kingdom: December 17, 1997
  • Canada: December 17, 1998

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

  • India: December 17, 1997
  • Canada: December 17, 1998
  • United States: December 17, 2000
  • Philippines: December 17, 2000
  • United Kingdom: December 17, 1997

When Will I Become a Millionaire?

January 17, 2026

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

  • December 17, 2025 is on a Wednesday.
  • Your next birthday is 95 days away.


Astrology Analysis

Ephemeris for December 17, 1979

Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.
Planet Position (Tropical, Western) Transits on December 17, 2024 Secondary Progressions for December 17, 2024
Sun 24 Sagittarius 43 25 Sagittarius 48 10 Aquarius 32
Moon 28 Scorpio 48 20 Cancer 22 1 Leo 7
Mercury 6 Sagittarius 17 6 Sagittarius 33 17 Aquarius 32
Venus 23 Capricorn 11 11 Aquarius 27 18 Pisces 22
Mars 10 Virgo 27 5 Leo 27 13 Virgo 52
Jupiter 9 Virgo 59 14 Gemini 59 8 Virgo 8
Saturn 27 Virgo 1 13 Pisces 30 26 Virgo 54
Uranus 23 Scorpio 21 24 Taurus 5 25 Scorpio 15
Neptune 20 Sagittarius 23 27 Pisces 9 21 Sagittarius 55
Pluto 21 Libra 21 0 Aquarius 37 21 Libra 46
Rahu 2 Virgo 40 2 Aries 16 0 Virgo 17
Ketu 2 Pisces 40 2 Libra 16 0 Pisces 17

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