Born in December
Everything a December birthday carries: the birthstone, the birth flower and the zodiac signs of the month, gathered in one place.
The December birthstone
December has several blue birthstones: turquoise, tanzanite, zircon and blue topaz. Turquoise is the ancient favorite, worn for protection across many cultures, while tanzanite is a modern discovery found only near Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania.
Read the full December birthstone page for its meaning, color and alternatives.
The December birth flower
December's birth flower is the narcissus, usually the paperwhite variety, a fragrant winter bloom that stands for hope and good wishes for the year ahead. Holly, with its bright berries, adds a note of protection and festive cheer.
More on the December birth flower, including its Victorian meaning and secondary bloom.
December zodiac signs
A December birthday falls under one of two signs depending on the exact day. Sagittarius runs November 22 to December 21 and ends in December. Capricorn runs December 22 to January 19 and begins in December. Not sure which is yours? Use the birth profile tool to check your exact date.
December dates with their own page
These December dates have their own full birth profile page, with the zodiac sign, birthstone, birth flower, a weekday table across the years and, where it applies, a note that the date sits on a sign boundary. Any other December date works in the birth profile tool.
Frequently asked questions
What is the birthstone for December?
The December birthstone is Turquoise, a sky blue to teal gem.
What is the birth flower for December?
The December birth flower is the Narcissus, meaning hope, respect and good wishes.
What star signs are in December?
Sagittarius (November 22 to December 21) and Capricorn (December 22 to January 19).
How many days does December have?
December has 31 days.
Does December have more than one birthstone?
Yes. The modern December birthstone is Turquoise, and December also recognizes Tanzanite and Zircon and Blue Topaz. Each has its own color, listed on the December birthstone page.
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