From a birthstone thought to bring good luck to offbeat holidays plus celebs born in August, here are some fun birthday facts for your August baby.

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Key Takeaways
  • August babies have big personality energy. Your August baby will be a bold and sunny Leo or a thoughtful and hard-working Virgo — two signs known for their heart and grit.
  • Many A-listers share this birth month. Your baby may arrive on the same day as a former president, an action hero, or an Oscar winner.
  • August brings the fun. It's filled with milestone days — including 24 hours devoted to the joy of doing nothing.
  1. August's birthstone is peridot, a yellow-green stone that comes from the mineral olivine. The unique gem is associated with prosperity and good fortune. Since peridot shines day and night, it has been nicknamed the “evening emerald,” according to The Old Farmer’s Almanac.
  2. Your August baby's flower is the gladiolus, or “sword lily.” This bright and majestic trumpet-shape flower — part of the Iris family — represents strength, intelligence, faithfulness, and honor.
  3. Babies born in August are either a Leo (July 23 - Aug 22) or Virgo (Aug 23 - Sep 22). Leo kids are friendly, creative, and outgoing. Virgos are dedicated, thoughtful, and hardworking — qualities that ring true to What to Expect Community member Stacia0. “I have a Virgo son and he is THE stereotype of Virgo,” she shared.
  4. Your August baby might just have a famous birthday twin: August Leos include Barack Obama (August 4), Mila Kunis (August 14), Jennifer Lawrence (August 15), Blake Lively (August 25), and John Mulaney (August 26).
  5. Your little one may be born on one of these big days: National Watermelon Day is August 3, National Lazy Day (yes, that's a real thing!) is August 10, International Youth Day is August 12, and Women's Equality Day is August 26.

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