♈︎ Aries: zodiac sign meaning

The Ram · Fire · Cardinal · ruled by Mars

By The Crystal Moonlight team · Published 27 October 2026

Aries is the 1st sign of the zodiac, a cardinal fire sign ruled by Mars. The Sun is in Aries for people born roughly 21 March – 19 April, but every planet in your chart can be in Aries, and each one shows a different side of the sign.

What does Aries mean for your Sun, Moon and rising sign?

Sun in Aries · The Pioneer

With the Sun in Aries you are built to begin. You feel most alive at the start of things, when there is a challenge to meet and a first step to take. You are direct, brave and quick to act, and you would rather try and fail than wait and wonder.

Moon in Aries · Your emotional needs

With the Moon in Aries your feelings are quick, honest and fiery. You react fast, say what you feel and then move on. You feel safest when you are free to act, and you recover from upsets faster than most.

Aries rising · The Spark

With Aries rising you meet the world head on. People see you as energetic, frank and ready for action, often before you have said a word. You move quickly, take the lead without being asked and bring a sense of urgency to whatever you start.

What does each planet mean in Aries?

What are the key facts about Aries?

Dates (Sun)	21 March – 19 April
Symbol	The Ram
Element	Fire
Mode	Cardinal
Ruler	Mars
Polarity	Active (yang)
Opposite sign	Libra
Natural house	1st house
Body	Head and face
Gemstone	Diamond
Colour	Red