Virgo Personality: August 23 - September 22

Virgo is the sixth sign of the astrological year and is known by its astrological symbol, 

the Virgin. Virgos are intelligent, patient, and humble. With Mercury as the ruling planet,

people born under this sign are quick-thinking, observant, and analytical.

Below you’ll find general characteristics for the Virgo man, woman, child, lover, and 

friend. At the bottom of this page, you’ll find links to articles with detailed personality 

profiles for every day that falls under the Virgo sign. Read on to see if the characteristics

ring true for you or the Virgin in your life.




The Virgo Man




The typical Virgo man has a quiet dignity. He has discriminating tastes and an appetite 

for learning. Many Virgo men are stylishly unassuming. They are concerned with their 

health and fitness and are careful about their diets. Cooking for the Virgo man can be 

trying; he has a tendency to be fussy. He is a gentle soul with much charm.










The Virgo Woman




The Virgo woman has discreet charm. She is intelligent, thoughtful, and careful about

 her grooming. Virgo women are efficient and hard-working. They are ethical and never 

put career achievements ahead of their moral code. They want to earn what they get 

and refuse to be manipulative or controlling. They are well-organized and do a good job 

of balancing personal and professional responsibilities. Most Virgo women are especially 

adept at handling the family budget. They need to learn to ease the stress that is

 brought on by their high standards.




The Virgo Child




These Virgo youngsters need a great deal of affection and emotional support, because 

they are likely to be shy and may have difficulty developing friendships. They are not

naturally competitive, and so may find it easier to give in to more demanding playmates. 

Virgo children are often studious. Parents should help their Virgo child develop an interest

in at least one "cool" activity to help them fit in.




The Virgo Lover




Virgo individuals may not be the most romantic, but they offer their whole heart. There is 

no pretense involved in how they act or what they say. Because they are loyal, Virgos are

big on fidelity. They value more than the superficial aspects of a love relationship, and they 

generally attract people with a similar belief system. Marriage is a major commitment; they 

value their union as both a love relationship and a working partnership.




The Virgo Friend




As a rule, shy, self-effacing Virgos have difficulty making friends; they often lack the skills 

to bring people together. Virgos may also lack self-confidence. Yet when they do make 

the effort, these people are capable of achieving extraordinary things. Virgos are likely to 

keep the same friends for years. Often, Virgos befriend someone with the showy personality 

they themselves are uncomfortable assuming.

Virgo Information:




Element: Earth

Quality: Mutable

Planetary ruler: Mercury

Birthstone:  Peridot

Flower: Pansy

Color: Navy blue

Key characteristic: Detail-oriented

Strengths: Precise, orderly, efficient

Challenges: Nervous, sarcastic, overcriticial