Born in October
Everything a October birthday carries: the birthstone, the birth flower and the zodiac signs of the month, gathered in one place.
The October birthstone
October has two birthstones: opal and tourmaline. Opal is famous for its shifting play-of-colour, flashing every hue at once, and was called the queen of gems. Tourmaline offers the widest colour range of any stone, so no two Octobers look alike.
Read the full October birthstone page for its meaning, colour and alternatives.
The October birth flower
The marigold is October's birth flower, glowing in warm gold and orange that echo autumn. It carries meanings of warmth and fierce, protective love, and features in many festivals of remembrance. Cosmos adds harmony and order.
More on the October birth flower, including its Victorian meaning and secondary bloom.
October zodiac signs
A October birthday falls under one of two signs depending on the exact day. Libra runs September 23 to October 22 and ends in October. Scorpio runs October 23 to November 21 and begins in October. Not sure which is yours? Use the birth profile tool to check your exact date.
Notable birthdays in October
These October 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 October?
The October birthstone is Opal, a iridescent play-of-colour gem.
What is the birth flower for October?
The October birth flower is the Marigold, meaning warmth, creativity and devotion.
What star signs are in October?
Libra (September 23 to October 22) and Scorpio (October 23 to November 21).
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Last updated 2 July 2026.