15 Fascinating Facts About People Born in February
For starters, you're destined for stardom.
The second month of the year brings some pretty big celebrations, including all the amazing people born during this cold but festive time. Here's to all the February babies and their creative and adventurous ways.
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They're likely to be artists or ... traffic cops.
The two professions couldn't be more different, but for people born in February, they're reportedly two of the likeliest career paths.
They are either an Aquarius or a Pisces.
People born between February 1 and February 18 were born under the star sign Aquarius, while those born later in the month are under Pisces. Aquarians are often considered to be original and progressive thinkers with strong humanitarian instincts, while Pisces are often very compassionate and artistic.
The best place for Aquarians to travel in 2018 is Japan.
If you're born under the star sign Aquarius, it's time to finally book that ticket to Japan. Given Aquarians' creative spirit, the art and culture of this beautiful country make it a perfect getaway for those born between February 1 and February 18.
But Pisces should head to Ecuador.
The culturally rich landscapes, friendly people, and variety of activities make this destination a perfect match for the Pisces' adventurous spirit.
Their birth flowers are the violet and the primrose.
No, red roses aren't the go-to flower for people born in this month. Instead, they have two lovely blossoms: the violet, which signifies loyalty and faithfulness, and the primrose, which symbolizes youth and undying love.
They're likely to be famous.
According to TIME, "January and February are the right months to be born if you want to be famous since those months correlate with creativity and imaginative problem-solving."
In fact, lots of famous people were born in February.
If you're a February baby, you're certainly in good company. Other well-known figures with February birthdays include George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, Ronald Reagan, Michael Jordan, Steve Jobs, Rosa Parks, Jennifer Aniston, and Elizabeth Taylor.
They share their birthday with some major moments of the year.
Not only is Black History Month observed in February, but celebrations such as Groundhog Day, Valentine's Day, Chinese New Year, and Presidents' Day also take place.
Their birthstone is the amethyst.
The ancient Greeks believed this rich purple gem kept the wearer clear-headed and quick-witted, while centuries later Leonardo da Vinci claimed that amethyst helps to quicken intelligence and get rid of evil thoughts. It's also associated with peace, stability, courage, and strength.
People born on Leap Day only get a "real" birthday every four years.
If you're born on February 29, then you're going to have to wait until 2020 for your next official calendar birthday. But most people just choose to celebrate it on February 28 or March 1 during non-leap years.