Aquarius Zodiac Sign
The Water Bearer · Jan 20 – Feb 18
Aquarius personality & traits
Aquarius is the zodiac's visionary — original, independent and future-focused. Ruled by Uranus (and traditionally Saturn), this air sign thinks for itself and for the collective, often a step ahead of its time. Humanitarian and a little unconventional, Aquarius values freedom, ideas and authenticity above all.
Aquarius strengths
- Original
- Independent
- Humanitarian
- Intellectual
- Open-minded and inventive
Aquarius weaknesses
- Emotionally detached
- Stubborn
- Aloof
- Unpredictable
- Contrarian
Aquarius in love & relationships
Aquarius loves best as friends first — they need intellectual connection, freedom and authenticity in a relationship. Unconventional and independent, they're drawn to partners who respect their space and share their ideals. Once they let you in, they're loyal in their own original way.
See who Aquarius matches with on our compatibility calculator.
Aquarius career & money
Aquarius thrives in innovative, progressive or tech-driven work — science, technology, social causes, design and anything that breaks new ground. Their inventive, future-facing mind and humanitarian streak make them natural reformers and original thinkers.
The Aquarius man
The Aquarius man is independent, intelligent and unconventional, marching to his own beat. He values friendship and freedom in love, connects through ideas, and he's loyal to those who give him space to be himself.
The Aquarius woman
The Aquarius woman is free-spirited, original and humanitarian, with a brilliant mind and a strong independent streak. She seeks a partner who's also a friend, and she'll never be anyone but unapologetically herself.
Explore your Aquarius placements
Your sun sign is just the start. If you have any planet in Aquarius, here's what it means:
Aquarius compatibility with every sign
Frequently asked questions
What are the Aquarius dates?
Aquarius season runs from Jan 20 – Feb 18. If you were born within a day of those dates (on the "cusp"), use our sun sign calculator to confirm your true sign for your birth year.
What are Aquarius known for?
Aquarius is a fixed air sign ruled by Uranus / Saturn, known for being original, humanitarian, independent. Ruled by Uranus (and traditionally Saturn), this air sign thinks for itself and for the collective, often a step ahead of its time.
Who is Aquarius most compatible with?
Aquarius tends to match well with fellow air signs and complementary signs. But true compatibility depends on the whole birth chart — compare two full charts with our synastry calculator for an accurate reading.
What is the Aquarius symbol and element?
Aquarius's symbol is The Water Bearer, its element is Air, its quality is Fixed, and it's ruled by Uranus / Saturn.