What Zodiac Sign Is May 1?
Taurus
♉April 20 - May 20
Reliable • Practical • Devoted • Stable
If you were born on May 1, your zodiac sign is Taurus.
Taurus are reliable, practical, and devoted. Your lucky number will enhance your stability and determination.
Astronomical Position for May 1
Sun Position: 11° in Taurus
Days from sign start: 11
Days until sign end: 19
Cycle Position: Middle Taurus
Middle Taurus embodies the quintessential earth sign energy. You are the steady builder, seeking comfort, beauty, and lasting value.
The sun's position determines your zodiac sign based on the tropical zodiac system, where each sign spans exactly 30 degrees of the ecliptic. Your birth date places the sun at 11° within Taurus, which corresponds to the Middle Taurus phase of this sign's cycle.
How Zodiac Signs Are Determined
The Science Behind Sun Sign Calculation
Your zodiac sign is determined by the position of the sun along the ecliptic—the path the sun appears to trace across the sky throughout the year—at the moment of your birth. The tropical zodiac divides this 360-degree path into twelve equal 30-degree segments, each corresponding to a zodiac sign.
This system has its roots in Babylonian astronomy from over 2,000 years ago and was refined by Greek astronomers. While the actual constellations have shifted due to Earth's axial precession, the tropical zodiac remains fixed to the seasons, with Aries beginning at the spring equinox.
The sun moves approximately 1 degree per day (0.9863°), completing its journey through all twelve signs in one solar year (365.25 days). This consistent movement allows us to calculate your sun sign with precision based on your birth date.
Famous People Born on May 1
Real-World Examples of This Date's Energy
These notable individuals share your birth date, demonstrating how the cosmic influences of May 1 can manifest in remarkable achievements and unique life paths. Each person channels the Taurus energy in their own distinctive way.
Wes Anderson
Born 1969
Film director
Jamie Dornan
Born 1982
Actor
These examples show the diversity of paths available to those born on May 1. Your zodiac sign provides a framework, but your individual choices shape your unique journey.
Numerology of May 1
Day Number: 1
Day of Initiative
A day for starting new plans and making independent decisions. Full of energy and drive.
Life Path Number: 6
Day of Care
A day for caring for family and helping others. Giving love fills you with warmth.
Born on May 1, you land in the Taurus zone—where Stability, sensuality, building resources that last.. Today’s page offers a refined read: planetary influences, weekly pacing, and how to channel your natural Reliable • Practical • Devoted • Stable into real-life wins. Treat this as your mini briefing for the week so you can act, not overthink.
Release stubbornness and stay open to timely change. Pair that awareness with your element (Earth) and modality (Fixed) to align daily habits with the season. The ideas below are crafted to be unique to this date so every birthday in the calendar has a page worth bookmarking and sharing.
Today's energy
A steady pace beats sprinting today—build momentum through consistent micro-wins.
Lean on your natural Reliable • Practical • Devoted • Stable and let Mars/Saturn timing guide your pace. One strong move beats scattered effort; anchor the day with a single non-negotiable win.
Weekly outlook
This week highlights boundaries and sustainable routines so your big goal does not burn you out.
Build a 7-day runway: clarify one bold objective, one relationship to nurture, and one habit to stabilize. Track these in a simple checklist to keep momentum visible.
Planet, element & modality
Your ruling influence is Venus. With the Earth element and Fixed modality, you excel when you honor these anchors:
Element keywords
structure • patience • craft
Modality rhythm
stability • loyalty • depth
Season focus
Stability, sensuality, building resources that last.
Career cue: Finance, design, hospitality, farming, anything crafted and beautiful.
Relationship note: Loyal, steady, needs trust and consistency to bloom.
Today's Lucky Number for Taurus
This lucky number changes daily based on cosmic alignments.
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More About Taurus
Taurus Personality
People born on May 1 fall under the Taurus zodiac sign, known for being reliable • practical • devoted • stable. These qualities shape how they interact with the world and approach life's challenges.
As a Taurus, individuals born on this date often exhibit strong intuition and natural leadership abilities that set them apart.
Taurus Compatibility
Taurus individuals are most compatible with signs that complement their elemental nature and share similar values.
Understanding your zodiac compatibility can help you build stronger relationships and navigate social dynamics more effectively.
Notable Tauruss
People who share your sign (or nearby dates) illustrate how this energy looks in the real world:
- •Adele
- •David Beckham
- •George Clooney
- •Gigi Hadid
- •Dwayne Johnson
Compatibility snapshot
Use this as a quick vibe check, then tailor it to the specific person.
Easy synergy
Virgo • Capricorn • Cancer
Watch-outs
Leo • Aquarius • Sagittarius
Tip: address pacing, communication style, and decision-making early—those are the usual friction points.
Adjacent dates, different flavor
The cusp days around May 1 shift tone subtly. Compare them to understand how your exact date is unique.
Practical checklist
- •Review your finances for the month and set a micro target you can hit this week.
- •Block 90 distraction-free minutes to ship one meaningful task.
- •Send one concise message to request help or feedback from someone you respect.
Reflection prompts
- •What would success today look like if it felt effortless rather than forced?
- •Which habit from last month is worth doubling down on this week?
Answer quickly—60 seconds each—so intuition speaks before overthinking.
Frequently Asked Questions
What zodiac sign is May 1?
If you were born on May 1, your zodiac sign is Taurus. Taurus are reliable, practical, and devoted. Your lucky number will enhance your stability and determination.
What are the personality traits of someone born on May 1?
People born on May 1 are Taurus, known for being Reliable • Practical • Devoted • Stable. In the Middle Taurus phase, you may also exhibit characteristics influenced by neighboring signs.
How is the zodiac sign for May 1 calculated?
Your zodiac sign is determined by the sun's position along the ecliptic at your birth. On May 1, the sun is at approximately 11° in Taurus, placing you firmly within this sign's energy.
Can the zodiac sign for May 1 change from year to year?
In rare cases, dates near sign boundaries (cusps) may vary by a day across different years due to leap years and the exact timing of the sun's movement. However, May 1 consistently falls within Taurus.
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