This is an in-depth look at all the compelling facts about August 17, 1999 ποΈ that most don't know. If your birthday is on this date, prepare to get your mind blown π€―.
Among the information you’ll find below: western astrology zodiac sign & symbol meanings, your zodiac animal and its characteristics, numerology, as well as must-know things that happened when you were born – from most important world and sporting events to the most popular song on your birthday, #1 movie in theaters, your birthstone, celebrities who share your date of birth and much more!
We hope this page will help you understand yourself better. Let’s go.
π Day of Week
August 17th in 1999 was a Tuesday and was the 229th day of the 8th month of 1999 in the Georgian calendar. It was also the 78th day of Summer and there was 15 days left until Fall (autumn). The next time you can reuse 1999 calendar will be in 2027. Both calendars will be exactly the same.
βοΈ 3rd quarter of the year
β‘οΈ The 78th day of Summer
β³ This date was 9,229 days ago
πͺ Zodiac sign for this date is Leo
ποΈ August 17, 1999 was a Tuesday
π In 2025, August 17 is on a Monday
β August 17, 1999 in Roman numerals: VIII XVII MCMXCIX (mm dd yyyy)
π My Birthday
You were born in the Summer of 1999 on a Tuesday. You are 25 years old, and according to the Chineze Zodiac, it was the Year of the Rabbit. You have been alive for . If you have been sleeping 8 hours daily since birth, then you have slept a total of 3,076 days or 8.43 years. This equals to about 33% of your life. There were 313 π full moons after you were born up to this day.
β±οΈ You are 13,290,393 minutes old
β³ You have been alive: 221,506 hours
βοΈ You’ve been alive
π Your birth sign is Leo
π You were born in the Year of the Rabbit
β Age on next birthday: 26 years old
Being born in 1999 makes you a part of Millennials Generation. There are six different generations: G.I. Generation, Silent Generation, Baby Boomers, Generation X, Millennials, and Generation Z. The generation you are born into makes an impact on your life.
Millennials, also known as Generation Y, are born between 1980 and 1995. Millennial grew up using electronics, the Internet and online social communities. They are tech-savvy, family-centric, achievement-oriented, curious, usually wanting instant gratification and recognition. This generation possesses many characteristics that are unique in comparison to past generations.Your birthday numbers are 8, 17 and 1999, which reveal that your Life Path number is 8. Your zodiac sign is Leo with a ruling planet Sun. Your birthstone is the Peridot and Sardonyx, and your birth flower is the Gladiolus.
Continue below to find out what this all means in detail π
ππ Next Birthday
Your next birthday is in . Your birthday will be on a Thursday and your 27th birthday will be on a Monday. Below is a countdown to your next birthday. It’s accurate and is automatically updated.
β° FUN FACT: Your first billionth (1,000,000,000) second will happen sometime on April 25, 2031.
πͺ What’s my zodiac sign?
There are 12 astrological signs, also known as signs of the zodiac, each with its own set of strengths, challenges, moods, patterns, relationships, and more. Your zodiac sign reflects the position of the sun when you were born and is the biggest influence on your life and personality in Astrology.
People who are born on August 17 in 1999 have an zodiac sign of Leo ♌. Leos love the limelight. They are are creative and funny, and what's more, they ooze passion.
According to Chinese Zodiac calendar, being born in 1999 means your zodiac animal is a Rabbit. The Chinese zodiac is based on a 12-year cycle, with each year in a cycle related to an animal sign. A zodiac system has existed in Chinese culture for more than 2,000 years ago. Much like zodiac signs, the Chinese zodiac animal has attributes and significance attached. The animal ruling a person birth year has a great influence on personality, and destiny.
People born in the year of the Rabbit are popular because they are sincere and avoid conflict. Though they're sensitive, they also hesitate, which makes them lose out on chances.
This year (2024) is the year of the Dragon.
The ruling planet of Leo is Sun. There are 10 major planets, each represent a different set of qualities and characteristics, and rule over a different part of our lives β each bringing with them their own unique vibes. Knowing the planets and their effects on your life is just as important as knowing your sign. They all affect us differently, and knowing the areas of life they govern is critical to understanding your horoscope.
The Sun is the most important planet. It is your ego, your motivation, your interests, your basic likes and dislikes, your vitality, and how you express and identify yourself. The Sun is connected to the Masculine and your father.πͺ Zodiac sign: Leo – ♌
π Zodiac animal: Rabbit
π Ruling Planet: Sun β
π₯ Zodiac Element: Fire
β Zodiac Quality: Mutable
πΆLife Path number
The Life Path number is similar to your zodiac sign. These numbers are used to offer insight into your greater purpose, including strengths, weaknesses, personality, talents, and ambitions. Your Life Path number also exposes the tone of your experiences, and why events occur past, present, and future.
If you were born on August 17, 1999, your Life Path number is 8. The Life Path 8 suggests that you entered this plane armed to lead, direct, organize and govern. You are very ambitious and goal-oriented. Eights place emphasis on career, business, finances and authority. You are spiritual, but maintain a practicality and realism to your spirituality. The values of eights are authority, material things, success, while the challenges are to learn when exerting control is helpful - and when you're better off letting someone else take over.
π΅ Your birthday song
The number one song in the US on the day of your birth was "Genie In A Bottle" by Christina Aguilera. (Billboard Hot 100 – August 17, 1999). Ask your parents if they remember this song.
According to a internet myth the song that was topping the charts on your 14th birthday is the one that defines your entire life. The #1 song on your 14th birthday was "Blurred Lines" by Robin Thicke featuring T.I. and Pharrell. On your 18th birthday the number one song was "Despacito" by Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee featuring Justin Bieber, and on your 21st birthday it was "Watermelon Sugar" by Harry Styles.
The number 1 DJ in the world was Paul Oakenfold followed by Carl Cox and Sasha according to DJ Mag.π Celebrity birthdays on this day
Below are famous people and celebrities born on August 17, 1999. We could not find a celebrity that shares a birthday with you. However, we update our database constantly, and invite you to check back later to see if we found someone with the same birthday..
π Holidays on August 17
No major holidays found for this date.π The world on this day
Bill Clinton (Democratic) was the president of the United States and the world population was approximately 6.07 billion, according to census.gov.
Generations can be hard to define. We tend to combine huge groups of people into arbitrary categories based on the decades in which they were born and the presumably shared set of cultural traits that shaped their lives and experiences.
Every decade sees a lot of change, no matter the country, no matter the cause. The 1990s are no exception to this - it saw a lot of political change worldwide, changes in the music scene and, as the decade came to an end, a major change in the way we use computing systems. Let's look back and see how influential this decade was, from the fun times to the hard times.In 1991 Soviet Union dissolved along with the KGB, hit TV shows Seinfeld and Cheers ended their run, teen pop music became popular with the likes of Spice Girls, Backstreet Boys, Britney Spears, *NSYNC, and Destinyβs Child. The '90s gave birth to the best-selling gaming console Super Nintendo Entertainment System.
A unified Europe came together in 1993 with the creation of the European Union, O.J. Simpsonβs trial happened, rapper Tupac Shakur and Christopher Wallace, a.k.a The Notorious B.I.G. was shot and killed, and Oklahoma City Bombing happened on April 15, 1995. NASA's Pathfinder spacecraft landed on Mars on July 4, 1997 and Titanic shattered box office records in 1997
There were an estimated 130,704,749 babies born throughout the world in 1999. In 1999, the most popular baby name was Emily for girls and Jacob for boys, according to Social Security Administration.
The most popular movie in 1999 was Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace directed by George Lucas starring Ewan McGregor, Liam Neeson, Natalie Portman. Shenmue developed by Sega AM2, was one of the most popular video games in 1999.
π Historical events on August 17th
Below are some of the most important events that happened on August 17, 1999.
Governor of Roanoke Island colony, John White, returns from England to find no trace of the colonists he had left there 3 years earlier [or Aug 18, 1591].Joe Pulitzer donates $1 million to Columbia University & begins the Pulitzer Prizes in America.
Sukarno and Mohammad Hatta declare Indonesia (Dutch East Indies) independent from the Netherlands.
Korea is divided into North and South Korea along the 38th parallel.
The Radcliffe Line, the border between Union of India and Dominion of Pakistan is revealed.
π Sports in 1999
Denver Broncos beat Atlanta Falcons (34 - 19) to win Super Bowl XXXIII on January 31, 1999 in Miami, FL. New York Yankees beat Atlanta Braves (4 - 0) to win the 1999 World Series. San Antonio Spurs beat New York Knicks (4 - 1) to win the 1999 NBA Finals. Dallas Stars defeated Buffalo Sabres (4 - 2) to win the 1999 Stanley Cup.π Birthstone
Birthstones are gems that are associated with a birth month, each stone has a unique meaning and significance.
The birthstone for August 17, 1999 is Peridot and Sardonyx. Peridot symbolizes strength. Peridot is sometimes called "the evening emerald" for its light green color and resonance with the other realms. The birthstone for this year (2024) is Topaz and Citrine.
πΌ Birth flower
Everyone knows about their zodiac sign, but few people are familiar with their birth flower. In the same way that we have a unique birthstone associated with each month, every month has a birth flower that has its own special meaning.
The birth flower for August is Gladiolus. The name Gladiolus comes from the Latin 'gladius', meaning 'sword'. The name in fact is a reference to the sword-swinging gladiators of ancient Rome. Gladioli are said to embody strength, generosity and moral integrity.
πΎ It’s my birthday quotes
'Age is whatever you think it is. You are as old as you think you are.' - Muhammad Ali π FUN FACT: How do you say 'Happy Birthday' in German? 'Alles Gute zum Geburtstag'.Refresh page to see a new quote.
π¬ Birthday messages
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It’s my birthday wishes
'May you be gifted with life's biggest joys and never-ending bliss. After all, you yourself are a gift to earth, so you deserve the best. Happy birthday!'Refresh to see a new wish.
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