Born in August
Everything a August birthday carries: the birthstone, the birth flower and the zodiac signs of the month, gathered in one place.
The August birthstone
Peridot is August's olive-green birthstone, one of the few gems found in only one colour. The ancient Egyptians called it the gem of the sun, and some peridot has even arrived on Earth inside meteorites. Sardonyx is the traditional stone.
Read the full August birthstone page for its meaning, colour and alternatives.
The August birth flower
The gladiolus is August's birth flower, its name rooted in the Latin for sword, a nod to its tall blade-like stems. It symbolises strength of character and sincerity. The poppy adds meanings of imagination and remembrance.
More on the August birth flower, including its Victorian meaning and secondary bloom.
August zodiac signs
A August birthday falls under one of two signs depending on the exact day. Leo runs July 23 to August 22 and ends in August. Virgo runs August 23 to September 22 and begins in August. Not sure which is yours? Use the birth profile tool to check your exact date.
Notable birthdays in August
These August dates have their own full birth profile page, with the zodiac sign, birthstone, birth flower and day of the week for each date.
Frequently asked questions
What is the birthstone for August?
The August birthstone is Peridot, a olive green gem.
What is the birth flower for August?
The August birth flower is the Gladiolus, meaning strength of character, integrity and remembrance.
What star signs are in August?
Leo (July 23 to August 22) and Virgo (August 23 to September 22).
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Last updated 2 July 2026.