The zodiac sign Leo has plenty of properties, symbols and personality traits which represents its holders; can you name any of them?
Whether there is a new little Leo in your life or you just want to find out more about the sign of the zodiac for August, we have got you covered. These interesting and funny facts about Leos will tell you everything you need to know about this zodiac sign!
Leos' birthdays are celebrated between 23 July and 22 August. Read on if you want to discover what people born in this sign have as their lucky color, their lucky number, their lucky stone but also who the most famous Leos are or what their personality is like.
Once you have read this article, if you wish to find out more about different zodiac signs, why not take a look at this list of Virgo facts or at these Sagittarius facts on Kidadl?
Characteristics Of Leo
Below you will out all of the astrology of Leo, from the dates for leo birthdays to their lucky numbers.
1. The astrological symbol for the Leo sign is a lion.
2. Leo is the fifth zodiac sign. The constellation for Leo represents the Nemean lion killed by the mythical Greek hero Heracles.
3. Leo is ruled by the Sun. The season which represents the sign is summer.
4. Leo season begins on 23 July and ends on 22 August.
5. The element for Leos is fire.
6. The sanskrit name for Leo is Simha.
7. Leos' lucky day is Sunday.
8. Leos' lucky numbers are 1, 4, 10, 13, 19 and 22.
9. Leo's lucky colors are gold, orange, white and red.
10. Leo's lucky stones are the diamond, amber and rubies.
11. Leos are most compatible with Aries, Gemini, Libra and Sagittarius.
Fun Facts About Leo Personalities
These interesting facts about Leos are very revealing about the characteristics about the people who are born in this zodiac sign. Opinionated, confident but also very loyal and caring, Leos are the perfect friends to have on your side!
12. Leos are extremely opinionated and will share their point of view even when no one else dares to.
13. Leos are worriers, especially when it comes to the people they love.
14. Leos are always excellent people readers; they generally know what you are thinking.
15. Leos can be a bit immature and childish, they don't ever grow up.
16. Leos are the best friends and love to stand up for those who can't defend themselves.
17. Leos are highly confident but inside they are very sensitive individuals.
18. When they are hurt, Leos tend to prefer privacy to grieve by themselves. They do not like other people seeing them physically or mentally weak.
19. Leos care deeply about other people's happiness and love making people happy but they tend to neglect their own feelings and needs. They are extremely selfless people.
20. When they are in a relationship, Leos are always very loyal partners.
21. Leos can care too much about something and let it destroy them.
22. Leos have the best sense of humor and love making people laugh.
23. Leos always have very strong opinions, especially when it comes to things they don't like.
24. In terms of clothing, Leos like to make their own style. They do not like following fashion.
25. When they are not achieving something with a purpose, Leos become very stressed or sad.
26. Leos are generally quick to make a decision about whether they like someone or not.
27. A Leo pays strong attention to detail and can remember how you hurt them weeks ago. They know how to hold a grudge.
28. Leos can have very variable moods and be sociable and funny one minute and shy and moody the next.
29. A Leo despises when their efforts and accomplishments are not recognised.
30. Leos hate it when people play mind games in a relationship.
31. Leos don't tend to divulge information about themselves to anyone; you have to gain their trust first.
32. As confident as they appear to be, Leos can often feel very vulnerable.
33. A Leo can be quite loud, especially if they are excited.
34. Leos are the best communicators and they love to be informed at all times.
35. Leos do not like to give up, even in relationships, which is why they often cling on to something for longer than they should.
36. A Leo can easily get upset over something very small.
37. Leos are not the most logical people, they often act based on their emotions.
38. Leos are very sarcastic, to the point where it is difficult to know if they are being serious or not.
39. As outgoing as they can be, Leos love some alone time.
40. Leos appreciate the finer things in life.
41. A Leo despises someone or something holding them back and preventing them from achieving what they set out to achieve.
42. If something is not worth their while, a Leo will simply not put effort into it.
43. A Leo does not give up on their dream or desires, they always fight for it.
44. Leos can be extremely charming.
45. A Leo can see through any lie, no matter how well concocted it is.
46. A Leo is very reliable and can always be trusted.
Facts About Leo Men
These fascinating facts about the traits of a Leo man should tell you everything you need to know about the August sign!
47. Leo men are very outgoing and make friends easily.
48. Leo men love being the center of attention and to be praised.
49. The best way to get a Leo's attention is to give him compliments and praise.
50. Leo men are highly optimistic.
51. Leo men are charismatic and have a great sense of humor.
Facts About Leo Women
These facts will tell you more about the personality of a Leo woman, for all the August girls in your life!
52. Leo women are open minded but can be reserved and cautious.
53. Leo women attract attention anywhere they go.
54. Leo women have a heart of gold.
Famous Leos
These celebrities all have something in common, and that is their zodiac sign. Below are just some of the famous people who have the sign Leo!
55. Former United States President Barack Obama is a Leo.
56. Actor Arnold Schwarzenegger is a Leo.
57. Actor Daniel Radcliffe is a Leo.
58. Actress Sandra Bullock is a Leo.
59. Singer Shawn Mendes is a Leo.
60. Singer Jennifer Lopez is a Leo.
61. Actor Chris Hemsworth is a Leo.
62. Reality TV star Kylie Jenner is a Leo.
63. TikTok star Dixie D'Amelio is a Leo.
64. TV actor Cole Sprouse is a Leo.
65. Soccer player Tom Brady is a Leo.
Here at Kidadl, we have carefully created lots of interesting family-friendly facts for everyone to enjoy! If you liked our lovely Leo zodiac facts for August babies, then why not take a look at these Zodiac facts, or these Aquarius facts?
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Based in London, Mina enjoys discovering novel activities, places, and adventures to fill her days with. She has a Bachelor's degree in Linguistics from the University of Cambridge and a Masters's degree in Investigative Reporting from the Birbeck, University of London. Alongside this, she has a keen interest in children's literature and regularly shares her passion for culture with the children she babysits, making sure to keep up-to-date with the latest family movies, plays, and exhibitions. Having traveled extensively throughout Europe and beyond, Mina has a deep appreciation for exploring new locations and making new connections with people from all walks of life.
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