As soon as you find out you’re pregnant, you begin to wonder what you baby will be like? Can knowing their Star Signs give you a better understanding of their personality as they grow up?
Here are some fun and interesting birth month facts based upon star signs, birth flowers and birth stones. There is also some month inspired names and a selection of Celebrities born in particular months.
Congratulations if you are due in 2023. This will be the Year of the Rabbit, which begins on January 22. In Chinese culture, the Rabbit is a symbol of longevity, peace and prosperity. It is also a symbol of desire and fertility in Chinese culture, due to their high reproductive rate. Chinese astrologists believe the year of the Rabbit is a good one for giving birth. In fact, the rabbit is known to be the luckiest out of all the 12 animals.
The year 2023 is also predicted to be a year of hope.
Birth Month Facts
January Babies
Star Signs –
1st – 19th Capricorn – The Goat
20th – 31st Aquarius – The Water Bearer
Capricorn is a sign that is associated with time and responsibility. Their strengths are being responsible, disciplined, self-controlled and good managers.
Aquarius is one of the most unique signs in the Zodiac. Their strengths are progressive, original and independent.
Birth Flower –
Carnation & Snowdrop – two of the very few flowers that thrive in winter!
Carnations symbolize admiration, love and distinction.
Snowdrops symbolize hope and rebirth.
Birth Stone –
Garnet – thought to keep the wearer safe during travel.
Inspired Names
Garnet – Januarys birth stone
Robin/Robyn -after the wintry red-breasted bird
Winter – It’s Winter!
Celebs born in –
Mel Gibson, Bradley Cooper, Jeremy Renner, Amanda Peet, Regina King, Sade, Betty White, Kevin Costner, Dolly Parton, Alicia Keys
February Babies
Star Signs –
1st – 18th – Aquarius – The Water Bearer
19th – 28th – Pisces – The Fishes
Aquarius is one of the most unique signs in the Zodiac. Their strengths are progressive, original and independent.
Pisces is a very friendly sign, their strengths are being compassionate, artistic, intuitive, gentle, wise, musical.
Birth Flower –
Violet & Primrose
A gift of violets in the Victorian age was seen as a declaration to always be true, and it still serves as a wonderful reminder of loyalty, thoughtfulness and dependability. Because of the Violets instantly-recognisable heart-shaped petals, they were used in love potions too.
Violets symbolize modesty, faithfulness, everlasting love, innocence, remembrance.
A gift of primroses in the Victorian era meant young love, while in the language of flowers, it says “I can’t live without you.”
Birth stone –
Amethyst – is said to strengthen relationships and give its wearer courage.
Inspired Names
Amethyst – Februarys birth stone
Violet – Februarys birth flower
Primrose – Februarys birth flower
Celebs born in –
Isla Fisher, Rob Corddry, Michael Sheen, Chris Rock, Ashton Kutcher, Tom Hiddleston, Jennifer Aniston, Kelly Rowland, Simon Pegg, Ice-T, Paris Hilton, Ed Sheeran
March Babies
Star Signs
1st – 20th – Pisces – The Fishes
21st – 31st – Aries – The Ram
Pisces is a very friendly sign, their strengths are being compassionate, artistic, intuitive, gentle, wise and musical.
Aries is the first sign of the Zodiac, their strengths are being courageous, determined, confident, enthusiastic, optimistic, honest and passionate.
Birth Flower –
Daffodil & Jonquil
One of the first flowers to bloom in Spring. Sometimes seen as a representation of rebirth and new beginnings.
They symbolise inspiration, forgiveness, and creativity.
Birth Stone –
Aquamarine – was thought to cure heart, liver, and stomach diseases—all one had to do was drink the water in which the gem had been soaking.
Inspired Names
Patrick – St Patricks Day!
Marina – After March’s birth stone
Buddy – first flowers buds in spring
Daphne – after March’s birth flower
Celebs born in –
Justin Bieber, Daniel Craig, Jon Bon Jovi, Rebel Wilson, Eva Mendes, Kevin Connolly, Olivia Wilde, Chuck Norris, Sharon Stone, Michael Caine, Kurt Russell
April Babies
Star Signs
1st – 19th Aries – The Ram
20th – 30th – Taurus – The Bull
Aries is the first sign of the Zodiac, their strengths are being courageous, determined, confident, enthusiastic, optimistic, honest and passionate.
Taurus is a practical and well grounded earth sign, their strengths are being reliable, patient, devoted, responsible and stable.
Birth Flower –
Daisy & Sweet Pea – Spring is here!
The daisy stands for innocence, purity, and true love.
The sweet pea is a way to say goodbye, send good wishes, or merely convey a thank you.
Birthstone –
Diamond – addition to being a symbol of everlasting love, was once thought to bring courage.
Inspired Names
April – this is an obvious one.
Daisy – after April’s birth flower
Blossom – a common flower in April
Avril – April in French
Pascal – French name meaning ‘born on Easter’
Celebs born in –
Eddie Murphy, Alec Baldwin, Robert Downey Jr, Pharrell Williams, Paul Rudd, Russell Crowe, Jackie Chan, Kristen Stewart, Cynthia Nixon, Sarah Michelle Gellar
May Babies
Star Signs
1st May – 20th Taurus – The Bull
21st May – 31st – Gemini – The Twins
Taurus is a practical and well grounded earth sign, their strengths are being reliable, patient, devoted, responsible and stable.
Gemini represents two different personalties as a Zodiac sign, their strengths are being gentle, affectionate, curious, adaptable, ability to learn quickly and exchange ideas.
Birth Flower –
Lily of the Valley & Hawthorn
Lily of the Valley represents sweetness and purity.
The Hawthorn is a symbol of hope.
Birthstone –
Emerald – associated with fertility, rebirth, and love. Today it signifies wisdom, growth, and patience.
Inspired Names
Emerald – after the birth stone
May – a simple yet meaningful name
Mason – a male variation
Lily – inspired by the birth flower
Celebs born in –
Jamie Doran, Joanna Lumley, Dwayne Johnson, David Beckham, Henry Cavill, Adele, George Clooney, Billy Joel, Stevie Wonder, Megan Fox
June Babies
Star Signs
1st – 20th – Gemini – The Twins
21st – 30th – Cancer – The Crab
Gemini represents two different personalties as a Zodiac sign, their strengths are being gentle, affectionate, curious, adaptable, ability to learn quickly and exchange ideas.
Cancer is a challenging sign to get to know, their strengths are being tenacious, highly imaginative, loyal, emotional, sympathetic and persuasive.
Birth Flower –
Rose & Honeysuckle, one of the most popular flowers of all time as their birth flower.
Roses often given as a sign of affection to a loved one.
Honeysuckle are magnets for hummingbirds and they represent happiness and positive energy.
Birthstone –
Pearl – a symbol of purity.
Inspired Names
Rose – after the birth flower
Honey – after the birth flower
Alexander – after the birth stone
Juno – inspired by the months name
Pearl – after the birth stone
Celebs born in –
Morgan Freeman, Brian Cox, Marilyn Monroe, Tom Holland, Angelina Jolie, Russel Brand, Mark Wahlberg, Liam Neeson, Prince, Dean Martin
July Babies
Star Signs
1st – 22nd – Cancer – The Crab
23rd – 30th – Leo – The Lion
Cancer is a challenging sign to get to know, their strengths are being tenacious, highly imaginative, loyal, emotional, sympathetic and persuasive.
Leos are known for their natural leadership qualities, their strengths are being creative, passionate, generous, warm-hearted, cheerful and humorous.
Birth Flower –
Larkspur & Water Lily
Larkspur are a symbol of positivity and dedication.
Water Lily symbolise purity, unity and finding peace and balance.
Birthstone –
Ruby – believed to protect its wearer from evil.
Inspired Names
Summer – sunshine!
Juliet – inspired by the months name
Julian – inspired by the months name
Leo – the name of the star sign
Ruby – the name of the birth stone
Celebs born in –
Liv Tyler, Pamela Anderson, Missy Elliott, Tom Cruise, Kevin Hart, Sylvester Stallone, Ringo Starr, Jack Whitehall, Kevin Bacon, Jaden Smith
August Babies
Star Signs
1st – 22nd – Leo – The Lion
23rd – 31st – Virgo – The Maiden
Leos are known for their natural leadership qualities, their strengths are being creative, passionate, generous, warm-hearted, cheerful and humorous.
Virgos are known for their attention to detail, their strengths are being loyal, analytical, kind, hardworking and practical.
Birth Flower –
Gladiolus & Poppy both symbolise remembrance.
Gladiolus, a symbol of strength, victory, healing, and honour.
The Poppy does symbolise remembrance, it also symbolises relaxation and recovery.
Birthstone –
Peridot – symbolises strength.
Inspired Names
Poppy – the name of the birth flower
Leo – name of the star sign
Augusta – inspired by the month
Gladys – inspired by the birth flower
Celebs born in –
Sam Mendes, Dustin Hoffman, Anna Kendrick, Antonio Banderas, Justin Theroux, Chris Hemsworth, Hulk Hogan, Mila Kunas, Halle Berry, Steve Martin.
September Babies
The most popular month to be born in the UK according to https://www.smartcells.com/how-popular-due-date/
Star Signs
1st – 22nd – Virgo – The Maiden
22nd – 30th – Libra – The Scales
Virgos are known for their attention to detail, their strengths are being loyal, analytical, kind, hardworking and practical.
Libras are known for their peaceful and fair nature, their strengths are being cooperative, diplomatic, gracious, fair-minded and social.
Birth Flower –
Aster & Morning Glory
Asters are a symbol of love and wisdom, patience and beauty. It has also been associated with faith, friendship, and purity.
Morning glories have long been associated with love, each colour holds a different meaning. Blue: love, desire and power. Purple: grace, wealth and hopefulness. Pink: gratitude and energy. Red: passion and strength. White: purity and innocence.
Birthstone –
Sapphire – to guard against evil and poisoning, symbolises purity and wisdom.
Inspired Names
Sapphire – inspired by the birth stone
Gloria – inspired by the birth flower
Autumn – after the season
Celebs born in –
Salma Hayek, Keanu Reeves, Beyonce Knowles-Carter, Whitney Cummings, Michael Keaton, Idris Elba, Macy Gray, Martin Freeman, Pink, Adam Sandler
October Babies
Star Signs
1st – 22nd – Libra – The Scales
23rd – 31st Scorpio – The Scorpion
Libras are known for their peaceful and fair nature, their strengths are being cooperative, diplomatic, gracious, fair-minded and social.
Scorpios are known for their passionate and assertive nature. Their strengths are being resourceful, powerful, brave, passionate and a true friend.
Birth Flower –
Marigold & Cosmos
Marigolds can be linked to optimism and prosperity, cheer and joy, love and strong emotions, wealth and success.
Cosmos symbolise order, harmony, and balance. Others believe it is a sign of peace, love, joy, and innocence.
Birthstone –
Opal – symbolises faithfulness and confidence.
Inspired Names
Opal – after the birth stone
Amber – the colour of autumn
Libby – inspired by the star sign Libra
Celebs born in –
Sting, Gwen Stefani, Dakota Johnson, Susan Sarandon, Kate Winslet, Simon Cowell, Matt Damon, Bruno Mars, Sharon Osbourne, Dawn French
November Babies
Star Signs
1st – 21st – Scorpio – The Scorpion
22nd – 30th – Sagittarius – The Archer
Scorpios are known for their passionate and assertive nature. Their strengths are being resourceful, powerful, brave, passionate and a true friend.
Sagittarius individuals are known for their curiosity and energy. Their strengths are being generous, idealistic with a great sense of humour.
Birth Flower –
Chrysanthemum ‘mum’ for short!
They symbolise loyalty, friendship, and joy
Birthstone –
Topaz – symbolises love and affection.
Inspired Names
Eleven – inspired by the month
Blaze – bonfire inspired
Archer – inspired by the star signs symbol
Topaz – after the birth stone
Celebs born in –
David Schwimmer, Nelly, Matthew McConaughey, Bryan Adams, Emma Stone, Adam DeVine, Leonardo DiCaprio, Demi Moore, Ryan Gosling, Anne Hathaway
December Babies
Star Signs
1st – 21st – Sagittarius – The Archer
22nd – 31st – Capricorn – The Goat
Sagittarius individuals are known for their curiosity and energy. Their strengths are being generous, idealistic with a great sense of humour.
Capricorn is a sign that is associated with time and responsibility. Their strengths are being responsible, disciplined, self-controlled and good managers.
Birth Flower –
Holly & Narcissus ‘Holiday’ Season
Holly can symbolise hope, wealth, and fertility.
Narcissus symbolises purity, faithfulness, and respect.
Birth stone –
Turquoise – symbol of good fortune and success.
Inspired Names
Holly – its December!
Mary – based on religion
Joseph – based on religion
Gabriel – nativity themed
Gabriella – the female version
Celebs born in –
Woody Allen, Nelly Furtado, Britney Spears, Ozzy Osbourne, Marisa Tomei, Jay-Z, Catherine Tate, Judi dench, Janie Foxx, Taylor Swift
