Zodiac Signs (The Rashis)

12 Zodiac Signs (Rashies) Dates, Facts, Signs & Astrological Nature
Find your zodiac signs by birth dates and know its nature and names in Sanskrit and English.

About Zodiac Signs

In Vedic Astrology, the sign in which the Moon is placed at the time of birth is known to be the zodiac of that person. And, in Western Astrology, the zodiac sign in which Sun is placed at the time of birth is meant to be the zodiac of that person.
The Rashis (zodiac signs) form the cosmic background through which the Grahas move. At the time of birth, each Graha will be found in one of the twelve Rashis.

The Rashi will have a great impact on the condition of the Graha (favourable or unfavourable), as well as its unique qualities. Unlike the tropical zodiac that is used in Western astrology, the Rashis are based on the position of the actual stars.

If one compares the nine Grahas to lights that radiate according to our level of awareness in the areas of life explained above, then the Rashis would be like the lamps the lights shine in.

The colour, shape and qualities of the lamp will have a significant impact on the light inside it, and could help the light get more focused and useful, or it could obstruct the light and discolour it.

What are 12 Zodiac Signs and their Dates?

Sanskrit and English

Names of the 12 zodiac signs

Sanskrit Name of Zodiac English Name of Zodiac Zodiac Signs Dates
Mesha Aries March 12 - April 19
Vrishabha Taurus April 20 - May 20
Mithuna Gemini May 21 - June 21
Karka Cancer June 22 - July 22
Simha Leo July 23 - August 22
Kanya Virgo August 23 - September 22
Tula Libra September 23 - October 23
Vrischika Scorpio October 24 - November 21
Dhanu Sagittarius November 22 - December 21
Makara Capricorn December 22 - January 19
Kumbha Aquarius January 20 - February 18
Meena Pisces February 19 - March 20

Astrology zodiac signs are divided according to the elements and nature.

Zodiac Signs and Astrological Elements

Fire Signs Earth Signs Air Signs Water Signs
Aries Taurus Gemini Cancer
Leo Virgo Libra Scorpio
Sagittarius Capricorn Aquarius Pisces

Zodiac Signs and Astrological Nature

Movable Fix Dual
Aries Taurus Gemini
Cancer Leo Virgo
Libra Scorpio Sagittarius
Capricorn Aquarius Pisces

Traits of zodiac signs

Traits of the Zodiac Signs

Each Rashi has a symbol associated with it. The symbol is a visualisation of the nature of the sign, and helps in understanding the qualities and tendencies of the sign in question.

The symbols are chosen by the ancient rishis to represent the qualities of the signs as closely as possible. The qualities of the sign are not derived from the symbols, the symbols are based on the qualities!

Therefore, do not try to over-interpret the meaning of the symbols. In the classical Vedic Astrology literature, the zodiac is depicted as the body of Shri Vishnu, the personification of time, also referred to as the kalapurusha.

Each Rashi represents one of the body parts. Each sign is ruled by one of the Grahas.

This relationship between a sign and its planetary ruler is extremely important, and plays a prime role in the analysis of the chart. The odd signs are male, and the even signs are female.

Male signs represent a more masculine, bold and assertive quality, while female signs are more feminine, gentle and supportive in nature.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the 3 main zodiac signs?

SUN, MOON, and RISING SIGN are three big signs in astrology. These three signs are very important in your birth chart, and each rules over its own part of your personality and overall self.

Do zodiac signs matter in a relationship?

There is no relationship between zodiac signs & breakups because everything depends on the purpose of partnership and individual characteristics. However, there are some people who are adherents of astrology and they believe that compatibility is a must for a couple to thrive.

Does zodiac affect personality?

No. There is no scientific proof that the constellations on the day a person is born affect their personality. But, a person’s zodiac sign can have an effect on their personality, if they allow it, because people control their actions and behaviours, which moulds their personalities.

What are the 12 constellations?

1. Aries
2. Taurus
3. Gemini
4. Cancer
5. Leo
6. Virgo
7. Libra
8. Scorpio
9. Sagittarius
10. Capricorn
11. Aquarius
12. And Pisces.

What zodiac signs go well together?

1. Aries and Libra
2. Taurus and Pisces
3. Gemini and Aquarius
4. Cancer and Capricorn
5. Leo and Saggitarius
6. Virgo and Scorpio
7. Libra and Gemini
8. Scorpio and Cancer

What signs dont get along?

1. ARIES AND CANCER
2. GEMINI AND SCORPIO
3. CAPRICORN AND SAGITTARIUS
4. TAURUS AND AQUARIUS
5. LEO AND PISCES
6. VIRGO AND LIBRA

What zodiac signs are soulmates?

Soulmates By Zodiac Sign
1. Perfect soulmates: Virgo, Sagittarius, and Aquarius.
2. Perfect soulmates: Cancer, Capricorn, and Scorpio.
3. Perfect soulmates: Capricorn, Virgo, and Pisces.
4. Perfect soulmates: Libra, Taurus, and Aquarius.
5. Perfect soulmates: Virgo, Libra, and Taurus.
6. Perfect soulmates: Gemini, Libra, and Aries.

What zodiac signs are enemies?

Gemini & Gemini
Scorpio & Aquarius
Libra & Aries
Leo & Taurus
Cancer & Pisces
Aries & Aries