If you were born on May 17, your zodiac sign is Taurus. The Sun occupies approximately 28° Taurus on this date, placing you in the 3rd decan ruled by Saturn.
Best Compatibility for May 17
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Taurus & Cancer
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♉ & ♍
Taurus & Virgo
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♉ & ♓
Taurus & Pisces
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Cancer shares Taurus' devotion to home and family, creating a nurturing sanctuary together. Virgo's practical nature aligns perfectly with Taurus' values. Pisces softens Taurus' rigidity with imaginative tenderness and emotional depth.
Your Decan: 3rd Decan of Taurus
Each zodiac sign spans 30° of the ecliptic, divided into three decans of 10° each. Born on May 17 at approximately 28° Taurus, you fall in the 3rd decan (20°–30° Taurus).
While Taurus is ruled by Venus, your 3rd decan is sub-ruled by Saturn. This adds a distinctive layer: Saturn's influence blends with Venus's core energy, giving you qualities that set you apart from other Taurus natives in different decans.
Lucky Numbers, Colors & Symbols
Lucky Numbers
8, 17, 26, 35
Lucky Color
Forest Green
Lucky Day
Friday
Birthstone
Emerald
Birth Flower
Lily of the Valley
Healing Crystal
Malachite
Sabian Symbol
"A woman in middle life stands in rapt sudden realization of forgotten charms"
Numerology
8
Season
Spring
Element
Earth
Modality
Fixed
Historical Events on May 17
- • 1792: New York Stock Exchange is founded under a buttonwood tree on Wall Street
- • 1875: First Kentucky Derby horse race is held at Churchill Downs
- • 1954: U.S. Supreme Court rules in Brown v. Board of Education that school segregation is unconstitutional
- • 2004: Massachusetts becomes the first U.S. state to legalize same-sex marriage
Frequently Asked Questions
What zodiac sign is May 17?
If you were born on May 17, your zodiac sign is Taurus. The Sun occupies approximately 28° Taurus on this date, placing you in the 3rd decan ruled by Saturn. Swiss Ephemeris calculations confirm this position based on the Sun's annual path through the ecliptic.
What are the personality traits of someone born on May 17?
People born on May 17 are Taurus natives with Earth element energy and Fixed modality. The 3rd decan sub-ruled by Saturn adds a distinctive layer to the core Taurus personality, making these individuals unique among their sign.
Who is May 17 most compatible with?
May 17 Taurus natives are most compatible with signs that share the Earth element (trine aspect) or complementary elements. Check the compatibility section above for specific sign matches and the best romantic dates.
What is the birthstone for May 17?
The traditional birthstone for people born on May 17 is Emerald. The decan-specific healing crystal is Malachite, which resonates with the Saturn-influenced energy of the 3rd decan of Taurus.
What decan is May 17?
May 17 falls in the 3rd decan of Taurus (approximately 28° Taurus). This decan is sub-ruled by Saturn, which adds complementary energy to the core Taurus traits.
What famous people were born on May 17?
While our celebrity database is still growing, all people born on May 17 share the Taurus Sun sign at approximately 28° with Saturn decan influence.
What is the lucky number for someone born on May 17?
The numerology root for May 17 is 8. Lucky numbers include 8, 17, 26, 35. The lucky day is Friday (ruled by Venus), and the lucky color is Forest Green.
What element is May 17?
May 17 belongs to the Earth element through Taurus. Earth signs are known for intuition, emotional depth, and empathy.
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