Leo Zodiac Sign
July 23 – August 22 · Fire sign · Fixed modality
In astrology, Leo is associated with being generous, expressive, and wholehearted. Its symbol is ♌; its ruling planet is Sun; and its element is fire.
Leo at a glance
- Dates
- July 23 – August 22
- Element
- Fire
- Modality
- Fixed
- Ruling planet
- Sun
Common Leo strengths
Leo is often linked with warmth, loyalty, and the confidence to celebrate a partner. At its best, this can help people bring generous, expressive, and wholehearted energy to relationships, work, and creative pursuits.
Needs and growth edges
Like every sign, Leo has qualities that can become less helpful under stress. It may need affection, appreciation, and room to shine as yourself. A common growth edge is taking a lack of attention as a lack of love. A useful intention is to ask for recognition while leaving space for another person’s style.
Leo in relationships
Rather than treating sign traits as a fixed personality test, use them as prompts for reflection. Ask what helps you feel respected, what you do when you are under pressure, and how you can communicate those things to someone close to you.
Explore Leo compatibility
Choose another sign to explore the Sun-sign dynamic. These readings are broad prompts, not predictions or a measure of whether a relationship can succeed.