Born on 17 December, 1979 (Monday)

Zodiac Sign (Western)
Sunsign, Tropical Zodiac
Zodiac Sign (Vedic)
Moonsign, Sidereal Zodiac
Age (Today)
Your next birthday is 95 days away.
Life Path Number
Numerology
Day of the Week
351st day of the year 1979.
Chinese Zodiac Sign
Roman Numerals
XLV years old
Timings
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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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What happened on December 17, 1979
Ugh, my events diary has no entry for this date.December 17, 1979 Facts
What is my generation?
The person with birth year 1979 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: December 17, 1997
- India: December 17, 1997
- Philippines: December 17, 1997
- United Kingdom: December 17, 1997
- Canada: December 17, 1997
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
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 |
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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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- Mars opposition Venus
Exact: 21 January, 2025 - Ketu conjunction Saturn
Exact: 22 March, 2025 - Mars opposition Venus
Exact: 01 April, 2025 - Saturn square Sun
Exact: 01 April, 2025 - Saturn opposition Saturn
Exact: 21 April, 2025 - Mars conjunction Rahu
Exact: 20 June, 2025 - Mars opposition Ketu
Exact: 20 June, 2025 - Jupiter trine Ketu
Exact: 20 June, 2025 - Mars square Sun
Exact: 30 July, 2025 - Jupiter opposition Venus
Exact: 08 October, 2025 - Saturn opposition Saturn
Exact: 08 October, 2025 - Mars square Ketu
Exact: 07 November, 2025 - Saturn square Sun
Exact: 27 November, 2025 - Mars conjunction Sun
Exact: 07 December, 2025 - Jupiter opposition Venus
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