20 Fun July Birthday Facts About Personality and Other Traits

A report out of the UK indicates babies born in July are more likely to grow up to become artists than those born in other months. The idea holds water — Frida Kahlo, Marc Chagall and Gustav Klimt are just a few of the artists born in July.

Rather than getting upset if they lose a game or having something taken away from them, like a toy, a 2016 study of 885 18 month olds in Japan showed they can control their emotions, like aggression. If yours is a July baby, maybe the Terrible Twos won’t be so terrible after all.

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Of all the months of the year, July falls only behind August in regards to the most babies born. So don’t be surprised if your child’s calendar fills with birthday parties to celebrate their July birthday baby friends.

Babies born in July grow up to be adults who are devoted to their families. When they’re kids, they’ll be caring and thoughtful, and ready to help you and their brothers and sisters when they’re grown up.

July babies often become leaders, whether amongst their friends or at work, when that time comes. They tend to inspire others, too, which is always a trait of a good leader.

When school starts, July babies oftentimes find themselves the youngest in their class because of the way the school year is structured.

Those born in July are thought to be charming, and people simply want to be around them. Their magnetic personality makes them memorable, too. Will your July baby be voted Most Popular? Chances are, yes!

Babies born in July are said to have terrific senses of humor, and love to make others laugh. That makes sense — Maya Rudolph, Will Ferrell, Kevin Hart and Jane Lynch all celebrate their birthdays this month.

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Maybe it’s the nice weather, or maybe they’re born with it, but babies who celebrate their birthdays in July tend to be more adventurous. Go ahead, feed their adventurous spirit with a day at the beach, or even a walk around the neighborhood!

While we may think of red, white and blue as the colors of July, The Farmers’ Almanac suggests that more appropriate colors may be coral and yellow, perfect for summertime. Think love and warmth for coral, and energetic and cheerful for yellow, and you’ve described July babies to a T.

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A vivacious, red ruby is the birthstone for July birthdays, which symbolizes passion and protection. Rubies were even carried by Chinese noblemen along China’s North Silk Road because it was believed that these gemstones have protective qualities, according to the American Gem Society.

Looks like July babies will have good health because in a study from Columbia University on birth month and disease risk, those that are born in July appear to be at lower risk for disease.

Let the good times roll! People born in July are generally optimistic, which is also the same for other summer babies, according to a study about birth seasons and personality. However, these positive vibes can be interrupted by rapid cycling of emotional ups and downs known as cyclothymia.

Not only do July babies get to celebrate their birthdays in mid-summer, but they also share their birth month with America’s birthday, the 4th of July. Be prepared to attend tons of delicious BBQs for lots of celebrating!

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Some of the most iconic celebrities and royals have birthdays in July. We are talking Morgan Freeman, Selena Gomez, Jennifer Lopez, Pamela Anderson and, of course, the beloved Princess Diana!

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Those that are born in July are either a Cancer or Leo. Cancer birthdays fall between June 21 – July 22, while Leo birthdays fall between July 23 – August 22. Cancer babies are often known for being caring, protective and empathetic. While Leo babies who are born later in July are known for being confident, courageous and optimistic.

Those born in July will have no problem reaching the top shelf because, according to a study in the UK, July babies are more likely to be taller adults. It also seems that June and August babies will be right up there with them!

The Larkspur and Water Lily are known for being July birth flowers — both with striking beauty! The Larkspur grows tall and is often covered in blue, purple, pink or white blossoms. The delicate Water Lily symbolizes purity and is a highly recognizable flower that is often seen floating in ponds.

Depending on what month you get married can possibly determine how the forecast of your marriage will be (at least in astrological terms). According to the AstroTwins in a Brides article, those married during Cancer season like to spend a lot of time with their partner doing activities. And for Leo marriages, these tend to be dramatic, passionate and filled with romance.

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According to small survey by Anything Left Handed, there seems to be more left-handers with July birthdays. There is even another study on handedness and season of birth, that shows people born from March to July are more likely to be left handed.