Month overview

Born in July

Everything a July birthday carries: the birthstone, the birth flower and the zodiac signs of the month, gathered in one place.

Birthstone

Ruby

Birth flower

Larkspur

Zodiac signs

Cancer & Leo

The July birthstone

Ruby, the fiery birthstone of July, is the red variety of corundum and one of the most valued colored gems. Its intense red was thought to hold the warmth of life itself, making it a stone of passion and courage.

Read the full July birthstone page for its meaning, color and alternatives.

The July birth flower

Larkspur, July's tall spired birth flower, carries meanings of an open heart and lightness of spirit, with each color adding its own note. Its striking form makes larkspur one of the most popular birth-flower tattoos.

More on the July birth flower, including its Victorian meaning and secondary bloom.

July zodiac signs

A July birthday falls under one of two signs depending on the exact day. Cancer runs June 21 to July 22 and ends in July. Leo runs July 23 to August 22 and begins in July. Not sure which is yours? Use the birth profile tool to check your exact date.

July dates with their own page

These July 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 July date works in the birth profile tool.

Frequently asked questions

What is the birthstone for July?

The July birthstone is Ruby, a vivid red gem.

What is the birth flower for July?

The July birth flower is the Larkspur, meaning open heart, positivity and strong bonds.

What star signs are in July?

Cancer (June 21 to July 22) and Leo (July 23 to August 22).

How many days does July have?

July has 31 days.

Does July have more than one birthstone?

Yes. The modern July birthstone is Ruby, and July also recognizes Carnelian. Each has its own color, listed on the July birthstone page.

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