The zodiac sign for February 17 is Aquarius.
Astrological symbol: Water Bearer. The sign of the Water Bearer represents people born January 20 - February 18, when the Sun is placed in Aquarius. It reflects the freshness and sense of progress in the lives of these natives.
The Aquarius Constellation is located between Capricornus to the West and Pisces to the East and has alpha Aquarii as the brightest star. It is spread on an area of 980 sq degrees and its visible latitudes are +65° to -90°.
The French name it Verseau while the Greeks prefer their own Idroxoos, however the origin of the February 17 zodiac sign, the Water Bearer, is the Latin Aquarius.
Opposite sign: Leo. On the horoscope chart, this and the Aquarius sun sign are on opposite sides, reflecting imagination and tranquility and some sort of balancing act between the two with a creation of opposite aspects at times.
Modality: Fixed. The quality suggests the reliable nature of those born on February 17 and their relaxation and bravery in most life events.
Ruling house: The eleventh house. This house represents the space of friendship, dreams and higher expectations. Aquarians are the perfect match with their friendly and open nature but also their idealism and achievement based on social support.
Ruling body: Uranus. This planet is said to govern over expansion and expansion and also reflects the friendliness inheritance. Uranus is considered to be the rebellious new star.
Element: Air. This element suggests the sense of realism and caution in the life of those born under the February 17 zodiac sign and determines him or her to be even more aware and engaged. Combined with the element earth, air seems to smother or incorporate in it.
Lucky day: Tuesday. This warm day for those born under Aquarius is ruled by Mars thus symbolizes privilege and impulse.
Lucky numbers: 7, 8, 17, 18, 25.
Motto: "I know"
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People born on February 17 benefit from being witty, progressive and considerate to other people. Just like a true Aquarius, they have a voluntary nature and are talkative idealist whom can speak about almost everything. They only find it hard to speak about themselves and express their feelings. They love having everything around them organized and neat and having long conversations. They dislike selfishness and having to deal with stupid people. Those born under this sign enjoy situations that challenge their mind and senses.
Positive traits: These Aquarius natives are generous and popular but also broad minded and innovative. They prefer to keep their eyes on the future and are the first from their group to try something new. They love evolution but also have strong traditional principles that they try to keep updated. They are sociable but also picky and need to build relationships based on respect.
Negative traits: Hesitant and quick to accumulate frustrations, these natives need constant reassurance and although they try to play by the cards, they often disappoint even those who threw them a helping hand. They are not very trustworthy and certainly not reliable when caught out there trying to chase an ideal. They are unpredictable and cling for the support of others even when they don't really deserve it.
Love and Compatibility for February 17 Zodiac
Lovers born on February 17 are extremely attractive and charming. They always have their words, but imagine when this eloquence is combined with passion. They are attracted to people who can accept their eccentricities and keep up with them. You can conquer the heart of Aquarius if you master the art of revealing who you are step by step so they never get bored. When they are single they act just about the same as when they are in a relationship, they seem to have no restrictions and just live their life at its fullest.
Charming lovers they are always enthusiastic although sometimes unpredictable and hard to understand. If their loved one is patient and honest they are likely to open to them and their love will progress fast. They are friendly but reserved and their attitude won’t bring many people close to them. They are persistent and courageous in a practical way so they will be a great part of their family team once they decide to settle for someone. They are most compatible with those born on 1st, 4th, 8th, 10th, 13th, 17th, 19th, 22th, 26th, 28th and 31st.
February 17 Zodiac people are very attached to the other two air signs: Gemini and Libra as they tend to share the same vision of life. In life, Aquarius is in a constant search for someone who can understand their adventurous and visionary nature and the one to offer them this is another native in Aquarius. The lover in Aquarius is thought to be least compatible with Scorpio. As for the rest of compatibilities between the other star signs and Aquarius, you know what they say, stars predispose but people dispose.
Characteristics of February 17.
February 17 Zodiac belongs to the third decan of AQUARIUS (February 10-February 18). This decan is strongly influenced by the planet Venus. This is representative for people who are resourceful and understanding just like Aquarius and emotional and charming just like Venus. This period tempers the positive and negative characteristics of Aquarius zodiac sign, slightly enhancing the negative ones.
Being born on the 17th day of the month means an individual who is hard working, methodical, rational and dependable. The numerology for February 17 is 8. This number reveals ambition and great power but also an embrace of the spiritual side, later in life. Those Aquarius associated with number eight pragmatic and analytical doers in all life matters.
February is the last winter month in the Northern Hemisphere, bringing great opportunities for progress. Those born in February are temperamental and intelligent. February 17 Zodiac people are determined and sociable although they are easily offended. The symbols for February include Garnet and Jasper as gemstones, Violet and Primrose as plants and the month of purification as stated in the ancient Roman Empire.
What statistics say about February 17 Zodiac?
In the Gregorian Calendar, February 17 is the 48th day of the year while until the end of the year there are 317 days left or 318 days in case of leap years. The seventy ninth day of winter, this is also the Quirinalia celebration of the Roman Empire.
Aquarius is the last sign, twelfth most commonly met zodiac sign in the horoscope. Odd numbered sign, it is of positive meaning attached to a preponderant masculine symbolism. This defines extrovert people who are lively and self-expressive. Amongst the archetypes used when talking about this sign there is the Activist. There is a slight peak of medical professionals but also of philosophers in Aquarius.
Famous people born on February 17 under the Aquarius zodiac sign: Michael Jordan, Joseph Gordon Levitt, Ed Sheeran and Paris Hilton.
