Born on 22 December: Star Sign, Birthstone and Birthday Facts

October 7, 2026

If your birthday is on 22 December, your star sign is Capricorn (the Goat, 22 December to 19 January), your birthstone is turquoise and your birth flower is holly and narcissus.

22 December is the 356th day of the year (the 357th in a leap year). In 2026 it falls on a Tuesday, and in 2027 on a Wednesday.

22 December is close to the change of star sign, so some people born today read the neighbouring sign too. The exact cut-off shifts slightly from year to year.

Capricorn personality traits

Ambitious and disciplined
Responsible
Dry sense of humour
Patient
Practical

Birthday gift ideas for 22 December

A quality wallet or bag
A smart desk accessory
A classic watch
Something with turquoise, the December birthstone
A bunch of hollys, the December birth flower

Birthday messages for a 22 December birthday

Happy birthday to the hardest worker I know. Take a day off!
Climbing higher every year. Happy birthday, Capricorn!
Wishing you success, and a well-earned rest.
Happy 22nd of December! Hope your day is as brilliant as you are.

Key things to remember

Pair a star sign card with a small birthstone gift for a personal touch.

Frequently asked questions

What star sign is 22 December?

Capricorn (22 December to 19 January).

What is the birthstone for 22 December?

Turquoise, the birthstone for everyone born in December.

What is the birth flower for 22 December?

Holly and narcissus.

What day is 22 December 2026?

Tuesday.

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