12 Interesting Facts About March Babies, From Birth Flowers to Career Aspirations

The end of March signals the start of spring, which is often associated with birth and renewal. But what about babies born in March? Do they, as the old adage says, start off roaring like lions, then end op sweet as lambs?

Only time will tell, but science, research and maybe even a little tradition and superstition might be able to help you forge a few guesses. We do know this: People born in March tend to have good timing. The last trimester for a March baby took place in the winter months, so the “nesting phase” of pregnancy took place when it was dark early and probably cold (and so their parents probably didn’t miss anything). And spring birthdays mean a better chance for nice weather during their birthday parties. It all just seems to work out for them in the end.

But apart from these lucky coincidences, what else do we know about March babies? Studies have found correlations between birth month and health, mental wellness, possible future occupations and even height. Taken together, you can try to get a sense of what a March baby is really like.

There are two signs that rule over March babies: Someone born in March is Pisces if they're born between March 1 and 20, and Aries from March 21 through the end of the month. Pisces are said to be "smart, creative, and deeply intuitive," while Aries are said to have "passionate and independent."

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Since the daffodil (narcissus), is one of the first flowers of spring, it's often associated with rebirth, new beginnings, and even prosperity. But be sure to be generous with them: Daffodils must be given in bunches — a lone daffodil is said to foretell misfortune.

As its name suggests, Aquamarine is the color of the sea. Because of their association with crystal-clear water, they symbolize purity of spirit and soul, according to the Gemological Institute of America (GIA). Bloodstones are almost the opposite: They're dark green stones with flecks of red iron oxide (the "blood"). These are said to bring health and strength to the wearer, the GIA notes.

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In addition to big holidays like St. Patrick's Day and (sometimes) Easter, March is the month for these observances: Women's History Month (all month), Celebrate Your Name Week (first full week), National Grammar Day (March 4), Read Aloud Day (March 9), Pi Day (March 14, as in 3.14) and Make Up Your Own Holiday Day (March 26). You know, just in case you want to keep the party going all month.

If you're a March baby, you're in good company. There are tons of famous folks who blow out their birthday candles in the third month of the year, including Justin Bieber (March 1), Dr. Seuss (March 2), BTS's Suga (March 9, pictured), Albert Einstein (March 14), Mr. Rogers (March 20), Harry Houdini (March 24), and Mariah Carey (March 27). Fame could certainly be in any March child's future.

According to research from the U.K.'s Office of National Statistics, kids born in March are statistically more likely to grow up to become pilots. You can start racking up those frequent-flyer miles now.

Appropriate for someone with a spring birthday, people born in march have sunny temperaments. They score highly on what's called the hyperthymia scale, which means they possess a general optimism that helps them look past the bad. Unfortunately, that also leaves them vulnerable to depression if things don't actually work out.

Look forward to some healthy years! Columbia University did a study that figured out certain birth months coincided with an increase ins risks for certain diseases. The study concluded that no only are March babies not at an increased risk of respiratory, reproductive, cardiovascular or neurological illnesses, they were associated with decreased disease risk. Enjoy this news in good health, March babies!

Researchers have found that kids born in March and April are more likely to become CEOs — in fact, one study of 375 companies found that 12.5% of CEOs were born in March. (June and July had the least— sorry, summer babes.) Being older than their classmates may be one of the reasons spring babies tend to do so well, The Wall Street Journal reports.

Despite overall good health, babies born in March, May or July were least likely to live to see their 100th birthdays, a study out of the University of Chicago says. Autumn babies are the ones associated with the longest lifespans.

A study out of Austria found babies born at the end of March tend to be taller than others — April babies were the tallest yet. Researchers believe it has to do with the amount of light-dependent melatonin women are exposed to during pregnancy.

If you do party for all those March holidays, expect to be up into the wee hours: According to one sleep study, kids born in spring and summer stay up later than winter babies.