May Birthday, Zodiac Signs, Celebrities Born by date, Flowers & Symbols!
May is a beautiful month to have a birthday in. It's just really starting to warm up, with better weather for trips and outdoor activities and flowers coming into bloom, so what's not to enjoy! Below you'll find loads of stuff that makes having a May birthday fun. Find out lots of ideas for cards, messages and presents, from zodiac signs and celebrities that share your birthday, to symbols and flowers that represent the month of May and the signs within it.
May Birthday Zodiac Signs
May babies are born under either Taurus or Gemini.
Taurus individuals have both April birthdays and May birthdays, and are born between April 20 and May 20. They are often described as grounded, reliable, and patient and also known for their love of comfort and beauty. People born under Taurus are thought to have a strong appreciation for the finer things in life and are considered loyal and dependable companions.
Gemini individuals can have either a May or a June birthday, and are born between May 21 and June 20. They are typically seen as curious, sociable, and adaptable. Often associated with quick wit and excellent communication skills, Geminis are thought to bring energy and variety into their relationships and are considered natural conversationalists with a playful side.
May Birthstones
The emerald is May’s main birthstone and gives you a great range of gift ideas and colour themes for birthday celebrations. This beautiful green gem is said to symbolise wisdom, growth, patience, and is often associated with royalty and springtime renewal throughout history.
Meaning: Renewal, growth, and wisdom.
Colour: A deep, rich green reflecting the height of spring, although obviously these stones can come in lighter and darker shades, too.
May Birth Flowers
May’s birth flowers are the lily of the valley and the hawthorn. The lily of the valley often symbolises sweetness and the return of happiness with it's beautiful white flowers and strong, sweet scent that's reminiscent of the rose's scent. Hawthorn is often used to represent hope and symbolise extreme joy. So you've got some nice ones there!
Famous Birthdays in May
It's always nice to know who share's your birthday, and if you or your friend or family member are a history buff, here are some famous UK and US figures from history and Celebrities, who were born in May, and what they are best known for.
UK:
- Florence Nightingale (12 May 1820) – Pioneer of modern nursing
- Sir Arthur Conan Doyle (22 May 1859) – Creator of Sherlock Holmes
- David Beckham (2 May 1975) – Football icon
- Adele (5 May 1988) – Award-winning singer
USA:
- Audrey Hepburn (4 May 1929) – Actress and humanitarian
- John F. Kennedy (29 May 1917) – 35th President of the United States
- Dwayne Johnson (2 May 1972) – Actor and former wrestler
- Megan Fox (16 May 1986) – Actress
May Celebrities by Date
If you're stuck for something to message for your friend or family member's birthday and really want to impress them with your research, here is a list of notable UK and US people and celebrities by the date they were born, and why they’re famous. Plus if it's your birthday, don't you want to know which celebrity has a birthday on the same day as you? You call tell them, next time you see them.
May 1
- Joanna Lumley (UK) – "Absolutely Fabulous" actress
- Tim McGraw (USA) – Country singer
May 2
- David Beckham (UK) – Footballer
- Dwayne Johnson (USA) – Actor/wrestler
May 3
- Frankie Valli (USA) – Singer
- Bing Crosby (USA) – Crooner
May 4
- Rory McIlroy (UK) – Golfer
- Audrey Hepburn (USA) – Actress
May 5
- Adele (UK) – Singer
- Chris Brown (USA) – Musician
May 6
- Tony Blair (UK) – Politician
- George Clooney (USA) – Actor/director
May 7
- Gary Cooper (UK) – Actor
- Johnny Unitas (USA) – NFL star
May 8
- Enrique Iglesias (Spain) – Singer
- Harry S. Truman (USA) – President
May 9
- Rosario Dawson (USA) – Actress
- Billy Joel (USA) – Musician
May 10
- Bono (Ireland) – U2 singer
- Fred Astaire (USA) – Dancer/actor
May 11
- Natasha Richardson (UK) – Actress
- Salvador Dalí (USA/Spain) – Artist
May 12
- Florence Nightingale (UK) – Nurse
- Katharine Hepburn (USA) – Actress
May 13
- Daphne du Maurier (UK) – Author
- Stevie Wonder (USA) – Musician
May 14
- George Lucas (USA) – Director
- Mark Zuckerberg (USA) – Tech entrepreneur
May 15
- Andy Murray (UK) – Tennis player
- Madeleine Albright (USA) – Diplomat
May 16
- Janet Jackson (USA) – Pop star
- Megan Fox (USA) – Actress
May 17
- Enya (UK/Ireland) – Singer
- Dennis Hopper (USA) – Actor/director
May 18
- Bertrand Russell (UK) – Philosopher
- Tina Fey (USA) – Comedian
May 19
- Pete Townshend (UK) – Musician
- Grace Jones (USA) – Singer/model
May 20
- Cher (USA) – Singer
- James Stewart (USA) – Actor
May 21
- Arthur Conan Doyle (UK) – Author
- Mr. T (USA) – Actor
May 22
- Laurence Olivier (UK) – Actor
- Naomi Campbell (USA/UK) – Model
May 23
- Joan Collins (UK) – Actress
- Drew Carey (USA) – Comedian/host
May 24
- Bob Dylan (USA) – Singer
- Priscilla Presley (USA) – Actress
May 25
- Ian McKellen (UK) – Actor
- Frank Oz (USA) – Puppeteer/director
May 26
- Stevie Nicks (USA) – Singer
- John Wayne (USA) – Actor
May 27
- Christopher Lee (UK) – Actor
- Vincent Price (USA) – Actor
May 28
- Kylie Minogue (AUS) – Pop star
- Gladys Knight (USA) – Singer
May 29
- Noel Gallagher (UK) – Musician
- John F. Kennedy (USA) – President
May 30
- Idina Menzel (USA) – Singer/actress
- Mel Blanc (USA) – Voice actor
May 31
- Colin Farrell (Ireland) – Actor
- Clint Eastwood (USA) – Actor/director
Fun May Birthday Facts & Beliefs
Here's even more stuff to read if you want to celebrate a May birthday. Lots more for you to use in your birthday card or message, or as a gift or card idea.
- May babies are thought to be luckier and taller on average.
- They’re more likely to be night owls than early birds.
- Children born in May tend to perform better in school early on.
- They may have a higher chance of living to 100.
- More celebrities are born in May than many other months.
- They often blend Taurus determination with Gemini curiosity.
- Emeralds, their birthstone, are linked with love and luck.
- Born during a seasonal shift, they may adapt to change better than most.
Historical Events in May
Even more May Birthday ideas for you. If you've not got some ideas for your birthday celebration by now, you're probably not taking it in so far. Concentrate! I mean , come on, it's their birthday!
- 4 May – Star Wars Day: "May the Fourth be with you!" A global celebration of all things Jedi. Okay, is this historical? Maybe not. But we couldn't leave it out!
- 8 May – VE Day: Celebrating the end of World War II in Europe in 1945. Bunting, dancing, and pure joy!
- 25 May – Towel Day: A quirky tribute to Douglas Adams, author of *The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy* – don’t forget your towel! And we need no excuse to pop this in here. It's something you should know, after all...
May Birthday Card Ideas
You really, really have so much you can use. Anything from Star wars or Hitchhikers' guide themed cards to beautiful flower based, or emerald themed cards.
- "May the Force Be With You" Star Wars-themed pun card for May 4th.
- Emerald-themed cards with green shimmer and sparkle. But they might be expecting a similar pressy, so be careful!
- Lily of the Valley designs with cheerful blooms.
- Zodiac-themed cards with Taurus/Gemini flair.
- Cards highlighting celebrity birthday twins.
DIY Birthday Card Ideas for May
Lots of fun ideas to be had. You can theme your birthday card based on any celebrity from the month or date, historical events, their zodiac symbol or a combination of things from the month of May!
- Floral drawings or printouts of May’s birth flowers.
- Gemini dual-face cards for double the fun.
- Mini May calendar design with their birthdate circled.
- Celebrity birthday twin collage.
May Birthday Messages
Use these in your card or birthday message to your friend or family member born in May.
- "Born in May? That explains the good looks and natural charm!"
- "Hope your birthday’s as fresh and fabulous as a spring morning!"
- "Two things I love in May: sunshine and you. Happy Birthday!"
- "History was made on your birthday (insert who was born here) – oh, and because you were born!"
If you want more general ones, check out our birthday card messages blog, too.
Spring Birthday Party Ideas
Throw a garden-themed bash with spring flowers, pastel colours, and fresh seasonal food. Think cucumber sandwiches, floral cakes, and photo booths with celeb masks and flower crowns! Or throw a fancy dress party with any celebrity from May or the specific ones for the birth date.
- Decorations: Floral bunting, flower crowns, pastel balloons.
- Food: Seasonal nibbles – berry tarts, iced biscuits, lemonade.
- Games: "Guess the May Celeb", spring charades, and a potting station.
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