Leo Zodiac Sign
The Lion · Jul 23 – Aug 22
Leo personality & traits
Leo is the radiant star of the zodiac — warm, generous and born to shine. Ruled by the Sun, this fire sign leads with heart, creativity and natural charisma, drawing others into its warmth. Proud and big-hearted, Leo loves grandly and gives generously.
Leo strengths
- Confident
- Generous
- Warm-hearted
- Loyal
- Creative and charismatic
Leo weaknesses
- Proud
- Stubborn
- Attention-seeking
- Dramatic
- Sensitive to criticism
Leo in love & relationships
Leo loves wholeheartedly, romantically and loyally — they adore being adored and give the same devotion back tenfold. They want a partner who's proud of them and matches their warmth. Generous and protective, a committed Leo is a devoted, passionate companion.
See who Leo matches with on our compatibility calculator.
Leo career & money
Leo excels where it can lead, create and be recognised — entertainment, management, the arts, education and any spotlight role. Natural leaders with charisma to spare, they thrive on appreciation and bring energy and vision to everything they do.
The Leo man
The Leo man is charismatic, generous and proud, with a big heart and a love of the spotlight. He's a romantic who loves to give, and he flourishes with a partner who appreciates and admires him as openly as he adores them.
The Leo woman
The Leo woman is confident, warm and magnetic — she lights up a room and leads with heart. Generous and loyal, she wants to be celebrated, and she gives loyalty and passion in equal measure.
Explore your Leo placements
Your sun sign is just the start. If you have any planet in Leo, here's what it means:
Leo compatibility with every sign
Frequently asked questions
What are the Leo dates?
Leo season runs from Jul 23 – Aug 22. 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 Leo known for?
Leo is a fixed fire sign ruled by Sun, known for being warm, radiant, generous. Ruled by the Sun, this fire sign leads with heart, creativity and natural charisma, drawing others into its warmth.
Who is Leo most compatible with?
Leo tends to match well with fellow fire 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 Leo symbol and element?
Leo's symbol is The Lion, its element is Fire, its quality is Fixed, and it's ruled by Sun.