Born on January 1: Zodiac Sign & Birthstone

What it means to be born on January 1

A birthday on the 1st of January falls under Capricorn, capricorn is a cardinal earth sign ruled by Saturn, associated in tradition with ambition, discipline and the long climb toward a goal. The sea-goat, part mountain climber and part deep-sea creature, is its unusual emblem. Its season opens the year.

Your January 1 birthstone and flower

Because January 1 sits in January, your birthstone is Garnet, a deep red gem traditionally meaning protection, constancy and enduring friendship. Your birth flower is the Carnation, which stands for love, fascination and distinction. Together they make a natural birthday pairing for a card, gift or tattoo.

Capricorn strengths and matches

Capricorn is often described as disciplined, responsible, ambitious. In the traditional element model, Capricorn matches most easily with Taurus, Virgo and Scorpio.

See the full birth profile

Want the shareable card for January 1? Open the birth profile tool, pick this date, and download a card to save or share. You can also read the full January overview.

Frequently asked questions

What zodiac sign is January 1?

Anyone born on January 1 is a Capricorn, a cardinal earth sign ruled by Saturn.

What is the birthstone for January 1?

The birthstone for January 1 is Garnet, the January birthstone.

What is the birth flower for January 1?

The birth flower for January 1 is the Carnation, the January birth flower.

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