Leo Zodiac Sign: Dates, Traits & Personality
Leo ♌︎ dates are 23 Jul – 22 Aug. Leo is the performer with a big, warm heart: warm, proud and generous, with a natural presence. In Indian astrology Leo is Simha rashi.
Leo dates
People born between 23 Jul – 22 Aug are Leo. Leo is the fifth sign, the fixed fire sign of high summer. Its symbol is the Lion, and the Sun itself rules it, which is why Leos tend to shine. The exact start and end shift by a day in some years, so July 23 and August 22 can be cusp birthdays.
Pure Leo: radiant, proud and born to be seen.
Jupiter adds generosity, faith and a love of adventure.
Mars adds drive, competitiveness and fearless self-expression.
Leo personality traits
Leo is warm, proud and generous, with a natural presence. You are made for the front of the room. Visibility, creative freedom and the chance to lead bring out your warmth and drive; being ignored is the fastest way to lose you.
Leo strengths
- Confident
- Generous
- Creative
- Loyal
- Inspiring
Leo weaknesses
- Proud
- Needs attention
- Dislikes criticism
Leo compatibility
Leo loves grandly and generously. Romance, gestures and celebration come naturally to you. You need a partner who admires you openly and lets you shine, and you will defend them with your whole heart.
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Leo in love, friendship and family
Leo loves grandly and generously. Romance, gestures and celebration come naturally to you. You need a partner who admires you openly and lets you shine, and you will defend them with your whole heart.
Leo friends are generous and warm. You throw the best parties, hype up your friends and defend them in public.
Leo career and money
You are made for the front of the room. Visibility, creative freedom and the chance to lead bring out your warmth and drive; being ignored is the fastest way to lose you. Leo likes to spend on quality and on others. Earning is rarely the problem; a savings goal you are proud of keeps it balanced.
Performing arts Leadership roles Politics Entertainment Brand building Event management
Leo health
Leo rules the heart and spine. Cardio fitness, good posture and managing pride-driven stress keep Leo strong.
Leo in Hindi and Vedic astrology
Leo in Hindi is Simha rashi, ruled by Sun. In Vedic astrology your rashi usually comes from the Moon, not the Sun, so a Western Leo is often a different rashi. Read today’s Leo horoscope, the Simha rashifal in Hinglish, or find your real rashi with your free Kundli.
Leo birthdays
Every date in Leo season, with its own personality profile.
Frequently asked questions
What are the Leo dates?
Leo dates are 23 Jul – 22 Aug. Anyone born in this period has the Sun in Leo; birthdays at the very start or end can be cusp dates.
What is the Leo personality like?
Leo is warm, proud and generous, with a natural presence. Strengths: confident, generous, creative, loyal, inspiring. Weaknesses: proud, needs attention, dislikes criticism.
Who is Leo most compatible with?
Leo is most compatible with Sagittarius and Aries (same element, 92%), then Libra and Gemini.
What is Leo in Hindi?
Leo is called Simha rashi in Hindi. Vedic astrology usually uses the Moon sign as your rashi.
What element and planet rule Leo?
Leo is a fixed fire sign ruled by Sun (Vedic lord Sun).