Aquarius (Kumbha) is the 11th sign of the Vedic zodiac, symbolised by the water-bearer and ruled by Saturn. It is a Air sign of Fixed (Sthira) quality, governing the calves and ankles in the body. At its heart, Aquarius is about original vision and humanitarian independence.
Personality and Nature
Aquarius natives are inventive, independent and humanitarian, thinking ahead of their time. They value ideals and community over convention. As a Air sign, the underlying temperament is mental, social and communicative; the Fixed (Sthira) quality shapes how that energy is expressed and sustained.
Career and Strengths
Technology, science, social reform, research and networking.
Strengths
- Originality
- Vision
- Humanitarianism
- Independence
Challenges
- Detachment
- Stubbornness
- Aloofness
Compatibility
Aquarius shares its Air element with Gemini and Libra, making those pairings naturally harmonious in temperament. In practice, Vedic matchmaking weighs eight kootas from both Moon charts, so element alone is only a starting point. Check any pairing with the free Guna Milan calculator.
Key Attributes
- Ruling planet
Saturn - Element
Air - Quality
Fixed (Sthira) - Symbol
The Water-Bearer - Body part
Calves and ankles - Sanskrit name
Kumbha