♌︎ Leo Zodiac Sign

The performer. Warm, generous and made to be seen.

FireFixedRuled by the Sun

Leo personality

Leo is ruled by the Sun, and the Sun does not apologize for being bright. This sign is generous, creative, proud and loyal. Leos love to celebrate, to lead and to make the people around them feel like part of something special. Beneath the confidence is a real need to be appreciated, and their feelings can be hurt more easily than they let on.

Dates are approximate and shift by a day in some years. If you were born near the start or end of Leo season, use the Big Three calculator to confirm your exact Sun sign.

Leo in love

Leo loves with drama, warmth and big gestures. They plan the birthday, write the long message and protect your reputation like their own. In return, they want admiration, loyalty and to feel chosen. They can be stubborn about their pride, but a Leo who feels loved is one of the most affectionate partners you will meet.

Leo in friendship

Leo is the friend who throws the party and makes sure everyone has a drink. They are loyal, funny and supportive, and they like friends who cheer them on as loudly as they cheer back. Expect to be hyped up.

Leo at work

Leo shines in leadership, performance, creative direction, entertainment, teaching, hospitality and entrepreneurship. They like visibility and ownership, and they are motivated by recognition. Being ignored or micromanaged saps their energy fast.

Leo as your Sun, Moon or Rising

Not sure which signs you have? Calculate your Sun, Moon and Rising sign.

Leo compatibility

Strongest natural matches for Leo: Gemini, Libra, Aries. Pairings that ask for more effort (and often more growth): Cancer, Virgo, Capricorn.