This is an in-depth look at all the fascinating facts about August 17, 2001 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 major 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 a lot more!
We hope this page will help you understand yourself better. Let’s start.
π Day of Week
August 17th in 2001 was a Friday and was the 229th day of the 8th month of 2001 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 2001 calendar will be in 2029. Both calendars will be exactly the same.
βοΈ 3rd quarter of the year
β‘οΈ The 78th day of Summer
β³ This date was 8,529 days ago
πͺ Zodiac sign for this date is Leo
ποΈ August 17, 2001 was a Friday
π In 2025, August 17 is on a Monday
β August 17, 2001 in Roman numerals: VIII XVII MMI (mm dd yyyy)
π My Birthday
You were born in the Summer of 2001 on a Friday. You are 23 years old, and according to the Chineze Zodiac, it was the Year of the Serpent. You have been alive for . If you have been sleeping 8 hours daily since birth, then you have slept a total of 2,843 days or 7.79 years. This equals to about 33% of your life. There were 289 π full moons after you were born up to this day.
β±οΈ You are 12,282,303 minutes old
β³ You have been alive: 204,705 hours
βοΈ You’ve been alive
π Your birth sign is Leo
π You were born in the Year of the Serpent
β Age on next birthday: 24 years old
Being born in 2001 makes you a part of Generation Z. 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.
Generation Z are born after 1995 and they are considered the future of global economy. Gen Z are are known for being ever-present messaging, on the internet, on social networks, and on mobile systems - they are truly the "Digital-ites."Your birthday numbers are 8, 17 and 2001, which reveal that your Life Path number is 1. 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 Saturday and your 25th 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, 2033.
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 2001 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 2001 means your zodiac animal is a Serpent. 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 Snake are seen as humorous and gifted in literature and art. However, the snake can only be overly suspicious, which makes them a a bit paranoid.
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: Serpent
π Ruling Planet: Sun β
π Zodiac Element: Earth
β Zodiac Quality: Cardinal
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, 2001, your Life Path number is 1. The Life Path 1 suggests that you entered this plane with skills allowing you to become a leader type rather easily. The number one is a spiritual and primal force. If you are a One then you are aggressive and energetic. The values of ones are individuality, independence, autonomy, while the challenges are to develop a voice of your own and a greater sense of self-confidence.
π΅ Your birthday song
The number one song in the US on the day of your birth was "Fallin" by Alicia Keys. (Billboard Hot 100 – August 17, 2001). 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 "Can't Feel My Face" by The Weeknd. On your 18th birthday the number one song was "Old Town Road" by Lil Nas X featuring Billy Ray Cyrus, and on your 21st birthday it was [Not available]. No song matches found..
The number 1 DJ in the world was John Digweed followed by Sasha and Danny Tenaglia according to DJ Mag.π Celebrity birthdays on this day
Below are famous people and celebrities born on August 17, 2001. You share a birthday with Drew Justice (tv actor), Cody Orlove (Instagram star), Aaliyah Hudson (YouTuber), qwerticorn (Instagram star).
π Holidays on August 17
No major holidays found for this date.π The world on this day
George W. Bush (Republican) was the president of the United States and the world population was approximately 6.22 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 '00s saw technological advancements such as smartphones and social media: all of these defined the first 10 years of the new millennium. The 00's have brought us blogs on every subject, MySpace, Facebook, Twitter, 10,000 songs in our pockets and piano-playing cats on YouTube. But we also saw the 9/11 terror attack, terror alerts, the Iraq and Afghanistan wars, the disputed 2000 presidential election and Hurricane Katrina.There were an estimated 131,446,664 babies born throughout the world in 2001. In 2001, the most popular baby name was Emily for girls and Jacob for boys, according to Social Security Administration.
At the age of 45, Bill Gates was the richest person in the world in 2001 with $58.7 billion fortune, followed by Warren Buffett with $32.3 billion, according to Forbes.The most popular movie in 2001 was Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone directed by Chris Columbus starring Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint, Richard Harris. Halo developed by Bungie, was one of the most popular video games in 2001.
π Historical events on August 17th
Below are some of the most important events that happened on August 17, 2001.
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 2001
Baltimore Ravens beat New York Giants (34 - 7) to win Super Bowl XXXV on January 28, 2001 in Tampa Bay, FL. Arizona Diamondbacks beat New York Yankees (4 - 3) to win the 2001 World Series. Los Angeles Lakers beat Philadelphia 76ers (4 - 1) to win the 2001 NBA Finals. Colorado Avalanche defeated New Jersey Devils (4 - 3) to win the 2001 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, 2001 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 Tanzanite, Turquoise, Zircon and Topaz.
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
'Go, go, go, go go, go, go, shawty. It's your birthday. We gon' party like it's yo birthday.' - 50 Cent 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
'Inside every older person is a younger person wondering what the hell happened.'Refresh for a new message.
It’s my birthday wishes
'For you on your birthday, I wish you a lifetime of happiness, a smaller amount of worries, and a boat load of big dreams coming true.'Refresh to see a new wish.
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