Aquarius (astrology) facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Aquarius
Zodiac symbol	Water-Bearer
Duration (tropical, western)	January 19 – February 18 (2025, UT1)
Constellation	Aquarius
Zodiac element	Air
Zodiac quality	Fixed
Sign ruler	Saturn (traditional), Uranus (modern), Rahu (ascending lunar node, Vedic astrology)
Detriment	Sun
Exaltation	Mercury (traditional), Neptune (modern).
Fall	Pluto

Aquarius (♒︎; from Latin for "water-bearer") is the eleventh astrological sign in the zodiac. It comes from the constellation Aquarius. If you were born between about January 21 and February 19, Aquarius is your sun sign. Aquarius is one of the three air signs, along with Gemini and Libra. Its main planets are Saturn (in older astrology) and Uranus (in modern astrology). It is also known as a fixed air sign.

What is Aquarius?

Aquarius is a special part of the zodiac. The zodiac is like an imaginary belt in the sky. The name Aquarius comes from the constellation Aquarius. This constellation looks like a person carrying water. This sign is often linked to ideas of friendship, new inventions, and helping others. People born under Aquarius are often seen as unique and forward-thinking.

The Story of Aquarius

The story of Aquarius is very old. It goes back thousands of years. Ancient people saw the Aquarius constellation in the night sky. They often connected it to water, rain, and rivers. For many old cultures, water was super important for farming and life. So, the "Water-Bearer" symbol often meant bringing life-giving water to the Earth. Different myths tell stories about gods or heroes who poured water from the heavens. These stories helped people understand the world around them.

Aquarius in Indian Astrology

In India, there is a different system called Vedic astrology. Here, Aquarius is known as Kumbha Rāśi. This also means "water pot." Just like in Western astrology, Kumbha is ruled by the planet Shani, which is another name for Saturn. It is also seen as a fixed air sign. People with Kumbha Rāśi are often thought to be creative, caring, and determined. This system helps people understand their personalities and life paths.

Understanding Air and Fixed Signs

In astrology, each sign has an element and a quality.

• Air signs (like Aquarius, Gemini, and Libra) are often linked to thinking, ideas, and communication. They are usually very social and love to share thoughts.
• Fixed signs (like Aquarius, Taurus, Leo, and Scorpio) are known for being steady, determined, and sometimes a bit stubborn. They are good at sticking to their plans and seeing things through. So, Aquarius combines the thoughtful nature of air with the strong will of a fixed sign!

Images for kids

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  A beautiful artistic representation of Aquarius.

See also

In Spanish: Acuario (astrología) para niños