Born on 1 May, 1988 (Sunday)

Zodiac Sign (Western)
Taurus

Sunsign, Tropical Zodiac

Zodiac Sign (Vedic)
Libra

Moonsign, Sidereal Zodiac

Age (Today)
37 years, 4 months, 11 days

Your next birthday is 230 days away.

Life Path Number
5

Numerology

Day of the Week
Sunday

122nd day of the year 1988.

Chinese Zodiac Sign
Dragon (龙)
Roman Numerals
I-V-MCMLXXXVIII

XXXVII years old

Timings
Sunrise: 04:29 Sunset: 19:25

London UTC


Personality Traits for people born on May 1, 1988

Born on May 1, 1988 : You turn relationships into engines for reinvention

  • Life Path 5 — you crave variety, freedom, and change.
  • Pluto conjunct Moon — intense emotions and a need for deep transformation.
  • 7th & 8th‑house emphasis (from the Moon) — partnerships, shared resources and secrecy shape your growth (Jupiter in 7th; Mercury & Venus in 8th).
  • Communicator and strategist — persuasive voice, night productivity, and a talent for negotiation or investigation.

You were born May 1, 1988 — a mix of restless curiosity and emotional gravity. Life Path number 5 gives you a hunger for newness; Pluto conjunct the Moon hides a deep river under a playful surface. In short bursts you charm, in long stretches you transform. Read on: each piece of this chart explains how you move from flirtation to fierce loyalty, and where old patterns keep pushing for change.

Personality : Romantic

You come across as romantic and magnetic. You like adventure in people and ideas; novelty thrills you. At the same time, Pluto conjunct your Moon means feelings run deep and sometimes privately intense. That produces a split: you may flirt with the surface while guarding a profound inner life. You love connection, but you test its limits — which makes relationships both your stage and your classroom. That inner tension is also what powers your gifts in communication.

Talent and Abilities : Strategic communicator

Your strengths are clear: you think like a planner and speak like a closer. Mercury and Venus placed in the 8th house from the Moon make you curious about secrets, money that’s shared, and emotional truth — you explain complex things simply. Saturn, Uranus and Neptune in the 3rd house point to disciplined, original thinking and a flair for unusual ideas. You’re persuasive, good at negotiation, and resourceful in research. When Pluto or Jupiter move through your chart, expect these abilities to intensify.

Blind Spots : Surface charm

People often mistake your sparkle for shallowness. You can be impulsive, flirtatious, and quick to move on — even when attachment is simmering beneath. Rahu in the 5th and Pluto conjunct Moon can push you toward secretive moves or dramatic romantic gestures that complicate trust. You may tell yourself you’re “just curious,” while avoidance of deeper commitment is really fear. Name that fear, and it becomes a doorway rather than a trap.

Karmic Lessons : Transformative karma

Your chart asks you to trade group approval for true intimacy. The Moon’s South Node in the 11th house suggests comfort in crowds and recurring social patterns; the task is to choose depth over popularity. Life Path 5 urges change, while Pluto demands inner work. Expect repeating themes around power, control, and shared resources — and a clear turning point during major Pluto or Jupiter cycles that forces an honest reset.

Family and Environment : Complex roots

Your family story likely blends generosity and tension. A parent may have carried many responsibilities; another may show fast speech or attachment issues. Sibling dynamics can include a proud or prominent elder brother. There are hints of ancestral debts or dramatic family episodes that shape how you ask for support. Family expectations will test your need for independence — noticing that tug is the first step toward freedom.

Health and Habits : Fresh routine matters

You are sensitive to diet and habit. A strong preference for fresh food is practical: stale or processed fare saps your energy. You may favor late‑night work and creative bursts. Watch posture and spinal health; ENT or dental issues can appear in family history. Simple daily rituals — steady sleep window, fresh meals, short movement breaks — do more for you than dramatic fixes. Transit spikes from Mars or Saturn can make this urgent.

Education and Student Life : Curious but scattered

You learn best when something grabs you. Mercury’s placement supports deep, research‑oriented study — medicine, engineering, law, or investigative fields fit. Yet Saturn’s influence on communication means deadlines and time management can be your weak spots. You may switch subjects or careers; that variety suits your Life Path 5. Practical skills and problem‑solving stick more firmly than credentials alone.

Work, Money and Career : You sell transformation

Work that mixes persuasion, strategy and transformation fits you. Think sales, negotiation, mediation, investigative work, law, or roles tied to shared finances. Foreign income or varied gigs are possible. You tend to change jobs and may earn through multiple streams. Saving is a challenge; partnerships require clear boundaries. If you run a business, keep contracts tight — partnerships can drain you unless written clearly. Look to Jupiter transits for growth through alliances.

Love Life and Romantic Partners : Romantic intensity

Love is dramatic and central. You fall for adventure and charisma, then test whether the spark can become substance. Venus and Mercury in the 8th house suggest love that’s secret, transforming, and sometimes complicated by shared resources. Jupiter in the 7th house favors growth through partnerships — relationships expand you. If you are male: the chart favors a strong‑willed, possibly dominating wife; delays or complex marriage dynamics are possible. If you are female: the husband may come from a business or finance background, often supported by peers, and he can be argumentative yet resourceful. Love marriages are likely but may come later; repeated partnerships or late comebacks happen if emotional patterns aren’t resolved. Your partner sees you as thrilling and changeable — loyal when grounded, unpredictable when you’re running from commitment. Work on honest communication; that’s where lasting bonds form. Watch Saturn and Pluto transits: they’ll test commitment and reveal who stays.

Areas of Improvement and Obstacles : Impulse and attachment

Be blunt with yourself: impulsivity, grudges, and a taste for risky shortcuts will cost relationships and money. You can be manipulative when afraid, and you might pick partnerships that repeat old family dramas. Legal or contractual entanglements are possible if you ignore details. If you don’t build discipline, you’ll trade novelty for regret. Clean habits, clear agreements, and facing fear directly are non‑negotiable now.

Actionable Insights, Tips, Techniques, Tools and Strategies

  • Start therapy or journaling to process Pluto‑level intensity.
  • Automate savings; small transfers beat willpower.
  • Use contracts and clarity in partnerships — no assumptions.
  • Time‑block work (Pomodoro) to fix scattered focus.
  • Track major moves around Jupiter/Saturn transits — plan, don’t gamble.

Pick one small change this week. Notice how the pattern shifts — that first movement is the real transformation.


Yearly Predictions

The year 2025 promises to be a transformative one for you, filled with opportunities for growth and self-discovery. The sub-cycle of Rahu, which runs from September 2024 to May 2027, will activate your fifth house, bringing about significant changes in your personal and professional life. This period will be marked by a renewed focus on creativity and self-expression. You may find yourself drawn to artistic pursuits, such as painting, writing, or music, as a way to channel your inner thoughts and emotions. Your relationships with your children, if you have any, will also be a source of joy and fulfillment...

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May 1, 1988 Facts

What is my generation?

The person with birth year 1988 belongs to the Millennials group.

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

  • United States: May 1, 2006
  • India: May 1, 2006
  • Philippines: May 1, 2006
  • United Kingdom: May 1, 2006
  • Canada: May 1, 2006
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: May 1, 2003
  • India: May 1, 2004
  • Philippines: May 1, 2004
  • United Kingdom: May 1, 2005
  • Canada: May 1, 2004

Light Vehicles (Mopeds or quad bikes, unsupervised)

  • United States: May 1, 2004
  • India: May 1, 2006
  • Philippines: May 1, 2006
  • United Kingdom: May 1, 2005
  • Canada: May 1, 2004

Full Driving License

  • United States: May 1, 2006
  • India: May 1, 2008
  • Philippines: May 1, 2006
  • United Kingdom: May 1, 2009
  • Canada: May 1, 2006

When do I reach age of consent?

  • United States: May 1, 2004
  • India: May 1, 2006
  • Philippines: May 1, 2004
  • United Kingdom: May 1, 2004
  • Canada: May 1, 2004
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: May 1, 2006
  • India: May 1, 2009
  • Philippines: May 1, 2006
  • United Kingdom: May 1, 2006
  • Canada: May 1, 2006

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

  • United States: May 1, 2009
  • India: May 1, 2009
  • Philippines: May 1, 2006
  • United Kingdom: May 1, 2006
  • Canada: May 1, 2007

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

  • India: May 1, 2006
  • Canada: May 1, 2007
  • United States: May 1, 2009
  • Philippines: May 1, 2009
  • United Kingdom: May 1, 2006

When Will I Become a Millionaire?

June 1, 2034

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

  • May 1, 2026 is on a Friday.
  • Your next birthday is 230 days away.


Astrology Analysis

Ephemeris for May 1, 1988

Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.
Planet Position (Tropical, Western) Transits on May 1, 2025 Secondary Progressions for May 1, 2025
Sun 11 Taurus 6 11 Taurus 9 16 Gemini 43
Moon 2 Scorpio 38 29 Gemini 32 16 Pisces 46
Mercury 23 Taurus 9 15 Aries 53 25 Gemini 23
Venus 22 Gemini 58 0 Aries 19 25 Gemini 40
Mars 16 Aquarius 16 5 Leo 43 9 Pisces 58
Jupiter 12 Taurus 21 21 Gemini 26 21 Taurus 1
Saturn 2 Capricorn 21 27 Pisces 47 0 Capricorn 21
Uranus 0 Capricorn 46 26 Taurus 21 29 Sagittarius 35
Neptune 10 Capricorn 4 1 Aries 6 9 Capricorn 24
Pluto 11 Scorpio 11 3 Aquarius 48 10 Scorpio 14
Rahu 20 Pisces 44 25 Pisces 7 18 Pisces 47
Ketu 20 Virgo 44 25 Virgo 7 18 Virgo 47

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