If you were born on May 22, your zodiac sign is Gemini. The Sun occupies approximately 2° Gemini on this date, placing you in the 1st decan ruled by Mercury.
Cusp Analysis
Born on May 22, you sit at the edge of the Taurus-Gemini cusp (The Cusp of Energy). While your Sun is technically in Gemini, the influence of the neighboring sign is already prominent. The cusp spans May 19–23.
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Gemini & Libra
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Gemini & Aquarius
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Gemini & Aries
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Fellow air signs Libra and Aquarius speak Gemini's language of ideas, social connection, and intellectual freedom. Aries brings bold energy and exciting spontaneity that keeps Gemini perpetually fascinated and engaged.
Your Decan: 1st Decan of Gemini
Each zodiac sign spans 30° of the ecliptic, divided into three decans of 10° each. Born on May 22 at approximately 2° Gemini, you fall in the 1st decan (0°–10° Gemini).
As a 1st decan Gemini, your sub-ruler is also Mercury — the same planet that rules Gemini overall. This double Mercury influence concentrates and amplifies the core Gemini traits, making you a particularly pure expression of this sign's energy.
Lucky Numbers, Colors & Symbols
Lucky Numbers
22, 31, 40, 49
Lucky Color
Yellow
Lucky Day
Wednesday
Birthstone
Emerald
Birth Flower
Lily of the Valley
Healing Crystal
Agate
Sabian Symbol
"Santa Claus furtively filling stockings hanging in front of the fireplace"
Numerology
22
Season
Spring
Element
Air
Modality
Mutable
Famous People Born on May 22
Historical Events on May 22
- • 1807: Trial begins for Aaron Burr, former U.S. Vice President, on charges of treason
- • 1906: Wright brothers receive a patent for their flying machine
- • 1960: Chile suffers the most powerful earthquake ever recorded (9.5 magnitude)
- • 2017: Manchester Arena bombing kills 22 people at an Ariana Grande concert
Frequently Asked Questions
Is May 22 Taurus or Gemini?
May 22 falls on the Taurus-Gemini cusp. The Sun typically moves from Taurus into Gemini around this date each year, so your exact sign depends on the year and time of birth. Swiss Ephemeris calculations show the Sun enters Gemini at varying times. Based on the standard date, your Sun sign is Gemini, but you'll likely feel both signs' influence.
What are the personality traits of someone born on May 22?
People born on May 22 are Gemini natives with Air element energy and Mutable modality. The 1st decan sub-ruled by Mercury adds a distinctive layer to the core Gemini personality, making these individuals unique among their sign.
Who is May 22 most compatible with?
May 22 Gemini natives are most compatible with signs that share the Air 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 22?
The traditional birthstone for people born on May 22 is Emerald. The decan-specific healing crystal is Agate, which resonates with the Mercury-influenced energy of the 1st decan of Gemini.
What decan is May 22?
May 22 falls in the 1st decan of Gemini (approximately 2° Gemini). This decan is sub-ruled by Mercury, which adds concentrated energy to the core Gemini traits.
What famous people were born on May 22?
Famous people born on May 22 include Naomi Campbell. All share the Gemini Sun sign, though their individual charts create unique expressions of this energy.
What is the lucky number for someone born on May 22?
The numerology root for May 22 is 22. Lucky numbers include 22, 31, 40, 49. The lucky day is Wednesday (ruled by Mercury), and the lucky color is Yellow.
What element is May 22?
May 22 belongs to the Air element through Gemini. Air signs are known for intuition, emotional depth, and empathy.
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