While it's not a strict science, astrology and studies suggest March, September, and August are often linked to wealth, with March-borns being ambitious leaders, September (Libra) aligning with successful billionaires like Ralph Lauren, and August-borns showing passion and drive to lead, but these are general trends based on traits and famous examples, not guarantees.
Libra is another popular star sign amongst billionaires and famous billionaires such as Ralph Lauren and Alice Walton fall under this star sign. So if you're born in September, the odds may be in your favour when it comes to becoming a billionaire.
Because it has far fewer days than any other month, February is the least common birth month. In 2023, only 271,000 babies were born, according to the CDC. April, with only 30 dates, is often the second least common, followed by December; in 2023, April had 279,000 births while December had 297,000.
Astrology suggests birth months influence luck, drawing opportunities and positive events. Individuals born in March, May, June, August, October, and December are highlighted for inherent optimism, cosmic backing, or karmic benefits.
According to a study to be released in Economics Letters by business professors in Shanghai, Singapore, and Canada (h/t Inc Magazine), babies born in March and April are most likely to become CEOs, and babies born in June and July are the least likely to become CEOs.
April birthdays have a unique ability to make others feel special, celebrating their strengths, talents, and potential. They are adept at networking and often manage to win over the most successful individuals in any setting. Those born in this month have significant potential to shape their own unique stories.
CEOs are more likely to be the first-born, i.e., oldest, child of their family relative to what one would expect if birth order did not matter for career outcomes. Both male and female CEOs are more likely to be first-born.
August. Many August babies are born under the Leo Sun sign, which falls between August 1 to August 22. According to Robertson, Leos have powerful personalities that come across as both confident and charismatic, and this makes them natural leaders.
The 4th, 7th, 8th, 22nd, and 17th are believed to be ill-fated by some. Additionally, the superstition around Friday the 13th can add to the sense of caution for those born in October.
Contrastingly, individuals born in October were at increased risk for respiratory conditions with increased protection against developing cardiovascular conditions. Overall, we found that some months, namely May and July, had zero at risk diseases (Figure 5, top).
The BEST birthday date emerged as July 28th – due, in-part, to the likelihood of fantastic weather, its closeness to payday, as well as the “feel-good” summer factor!
Least Popular Birthdays
July through October tends to be the most popular birth months in the United States. August is, overall, the most popular month for birthdays, which makes sense. A late August birthday means December conception.
8th, 17th, 26th of Any Month (Ruled by Saturn)
Patience and discipline define this group. Real estate, manufacturing, and long-term investments are their best bets. If money-making was a slow-cooked dish, these people would be Michelin-starred chefs.
The natural leaders born in April
People describe them as charismatic, bold, and naturally inspiring. Their leadership style is often driven by passion and initiative, making them stand out in group settings, whether they're managing a team or pursuing personal goals. These individuals excel at building connections.
Astrologers swear January, March, and September make millionaires.
For example, those born on the 1st, 10th, 19th, or 28th of any month carry the energy of the number 1, which is ruled by the Sun. These individuals are often seen as independent, ambitious, and charismatic—natural leaders who are destined to make a mark on the world.
Your birth month can impact the rest of your life, and not just on your birthday. Scientists and statisticians have found that birth months affect everything from chosen career to attitude. For instance, babies born in July are generally more optimistic through life. They're also more likely to have vision problems.
The number 7 is often considered lucky, and it has a definite mystique, perhaps because it is a prime number—that is, it cannot be obtained by multiplying two smaller numbers together.
Differences in Adult Lifespan by Month of Birth. We find a similar relationship between month of birth and lifespan in both of our Northern Hemisphere countries. Adults born in autumn (October–December) live longer than those born in spring (April–June).
September is often reported as the smartest birth month because kids born during it are usually the oldest in their grade and therefore have an academic advantage over their peers.
When you're pregnant at least 39 weeks, it's called a full-term pregnancy. When your baby is full-term, your baby's organs are ready to function on their own. Babies born too early may have more health problems at birth and later in life than babies born later.
Middle children are often labelled as 'middle child syndrome' sufferers, which entails receiving the least attention from the parents. Middle children are more likely to be willing to compromise and are typically quite competitive to keep up with their older siblings.
An article in the December issue of the National Bureau of Economics Research Reporter argues that firstborn children are likely to become smarter, more successful, and richer than their siblings.
The largest ethnic group of CEOs are White, making up 57% of the population. The next highest segments are South Asian and East Asian, making up 9% and 8% respectively.