The Aries Man

The Ram · Mar 21 – Apr 19 · Fire sign ruled by Mars

Aries Man personality

The Aries man is confident, driven and unmistakably direct. He loves the chase, hates being bored, and respects a partner with their own fire. Beneath the bravado he's surprisingly loyal and protective of the people he loves.

Aries is the first sign of the zodiac, and it shows — bold, pioneering and full of raw initiative. Ruled by Mars, Aries charges at life head-first, craving challenge, action and the thrill of being first. They're natural leaders who'd rather start ten things than wait for permission on one.

The Aries Man in love

In love, the Aries man is passionate, pursuing and refreshingly direct — he loves the chase and goes after what he wants without games. He needs excitement and a partner who stands up to him, and he can lose interest fast if things feel too easy or too predictable.

How to attract a Aries Man

To attract an Aries man, be confident, independent and a little playful — let him chase, but show you have your own fire and your own life. Directness wins him over; mind games and clinginess send him running.

Aries Man strengths & weaknesses

Strengths

  • Courageous
  • Energetic
  • Direct and honest
  • Enthusiastic
  • Independent

Weaknesses

  • Impatient
  • Impulsive
  • Short-tempered
  • Competitive to a fault
  • Easily bored

Aries Man compatibility

See how the Aries Man matches with each sign — or compare full charts on the synastry calculator.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Aries Man like?

The Aries man is confident, driven and unmistakably direct. He loves the chase, hates being bored, and respects a partner with their own fire. Beneath the bravado he's surprisingly loyal and protective of the people he loves.

How does the Aries Man act in love?

In love, the Aries man is passionate, pursuing and refreshingly direct — he loves the chase and goes after what he wants without games. He needs excitement and a partner who stands up to him, and he can lose interest fast if things feel too easy or too predictable.

How do you attract a Aries Man?

To attract an Aries man, be confident, independent and a little playful — let him chase, but show you have your own fire and your own life. Directness wins him over; mind games and clinginess send him running.

Who is the Aries Man compatible with?

The Aries Man tends to match well with fellow fire signs and complementary signs, but his best match depends on the whole birth chart. Compare two charts with our free synastry calculator for the real answer.

Want the full picture beyond sun signs? Read the complete Aries profile, or see the Aries woman.