20 Fun Facts About People Born in July
People born during this month are often adventurous and charming.
If you or a loved one was born in the month of July, we've got plenty of fun July birthday facts to share. In 2026, people born in July get to celebrate not only their own birthday, but a monumental birthday for the United States on July 4 as the country marks 250 years.
Besides sharing a birthday month with the U.S.A., there's plenty to enjoy about having a July birthday. It's in the middle of summer, which is the best season for a backyard pool party or beach bash. And as it turns out, being born in July has a few more perks. According to researchers, people born in July tend to be excellent leaders, as well as adventurous and charming. Plus, July babies share their birthday month with plenty of A-list actors, athletes, and other celebrities.
Keep reading to learn more fun July birthday facts, including information about birthstones, birth flowers, and horoscopes. If you're looking for inspiration for what to write in a birthday card for your favorite July-born person, read our collections of the best birthday wishes and blessings for friends and sweet birthday wishes for your wife.
An artistic streak
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.
In control
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.
The more the merrier
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.
Helping hand
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.
In the lead
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.
Forever young
When school starts, July babies oftentimes find themselves the youngest in their class because of the way the school year is structured.
A charmed life
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!
Such a laugh
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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Life is an adventure
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!
A colorful life
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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The July birthstone is a Ruby
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.
July birthdays have a decreased risk for disease
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.
They are more optimistic
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.
They also get to celebrate the 4th of July
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!
They may share a birthday with Princess Diana
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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July zodiac signs are Cancer and Leo
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.
They will likely grow to be tall
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!
July birth flowers are the Larkspur and Water Lily
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.
Getting married in July
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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They are often left-handed
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.
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