Aquarius (Kumbha) Zodiac Sign

Aquarius (Kumbha, कुंभ) is the 11th sign of the zodiac, ruled by Saturn — a fixed (sthira) air sign symbolised by the water-bearer. Aquarius (Kumbha) is ruled by Saturn and is fixed air — original, humanitarian and independent. Natives are inventive, idealistic and forward-thinking, marching to their own beat and caring deeply about society and progress. Friendly yet detached, they value freedom, ideas and the greater good.

Personality & traits

Aquarius (Kumbha) is ruled by Saturn and is fixed air — original, humanitarian and independent. Natives are inventive, idealistic and forward-thinking, marching to their own beat and caring deeply about society and progress. Friendly yet detached, they value freedom, ideas and the greater good.

Career & profession

Technology and science, social reform and NGOs, research, innovation, astrology and the unconventional — fields rewarding originality and a humanitarian vision.

Love & compatibility

Independent and intellectual, Aquarius natives value friendship and freedom in love and need a partner who respects their individuality. They connect best with air and fire signs — Gemini, Libra, Aries and Sagittarius.

Strengths

Originality and vision; Humanitarian ideals; Independence and intellect.

Challenges

Emotional detachment; Stubbornness; Unpredictability.

Who is the ruling planet of Aquarius (Kumbha)?

Aquarius is ruled by Saturn. It is a Fixed (Sthira) Air sign, symbolised by the water-bearer.

Which signs are most compatible with Aquarius?

Aquarius is generally most compatible with Gemini, Libra, Aries, Sagittarius.

What are the lucky colour, number and gemstone for Aquarius?

Lucky colour: Blue / black; lucky number: 8; lucky day: Saturday; gemstone: Blue Sapphire (Neelam) (from its ruler Saturn).

Is Aquarius a Moon sign or Sun sign?

In Vedic astrology, your rashi is read from the Moon (the janma rashi or birth Moon sign), which differs from the Western Sun sign and is calculated using the sidereal zodiac.