๐ฟ What Are the Mayan Zodiac Signs?
Ancient Wisdom for Understanding the Soul
The Mayan zodiac comes from the ancient Tzolkin calendar, created by the Maya civilization thousands of years ago.
Unlike Western astrology, which follows the Sun and Moon over a 12-sign system, the Mayan calendar uses a 260-day sacred cycle combining 20 day signs and 13 galactic tones.
Each combination of number and sign carries a unique spiritual vibration.
Your Mayan sign reveals your life purpose, personality, and soul missionโthe energy you were born to express.
โ๏ธ The Tzolkin: The Sacred 260-Day Cycle
The Tzolkin calendar is built on two interlocking cycles:
- 13 Galactic Tones โ representing universal frequencies and creative flow
- 20 Day Signs (Nahuales) โ representing natural forces and spiritual archetypes
Together, they form 260 unique energies that repeat continuously.
The Maya saw this cycle as the heartbeat of the universe, guiding human destiny and cosmic rhythm.
๐บ The 20 Mayan Day Signs and Their Modern Date Ranges
Below are the 20 Mayan day signs with their Western-aligned date ranges and spiritual meanings.
Note: These dates are modern Western adaptations created to help align the Mayan signs with the Gregorian calendar.
The original Tzolkin calendar does not follow fixed yearly dates โ it runs on a 260-day sacred cycle independent of our modern system.
1. Imix (Crocodile / Dragon) โ January 1 โ January 20
- Theme: Birth, creation, mother energy
- Traits: Nurturing, protective, intuitive
- Lesson: Ground yourself in emotional security
2. Ik (Wind) โ January 21 โ February 9
- Theme: Communication, breath, spirit
- Traits: Expressive, creative thinker, idealistic
- Lesson: Use the power of words wisely
3. Akโbal (Night / Temple) โ February 10 โ March 1
- Theme: Dreams, mystery, intuition
- Traits: Introspective, mystical, insightful
- Lesson: Find wisdom in darkness
4. Kโan (Seed / Maize) โ March 2 โ March 21
- Theme: Growth, abundance, fertility
- Traits: Productive, creative, full of potential
- Lesson: Cultivate your inner resources
5. Chicchan (Serpent) โ March 22 โ April 10
- Theme: Life force, passion, transformation
- Traits: Sensual, instinctive, emotionally powerful
- Lesson: Balance passion with wisdom
6. Cimi (Death) โ April 11 โ April 30
- Theme: Transformation, release, renewal
- Traits: Brave, wise, accepting of change
- Lesson: Let go so new life can begin
7. Manik (Deer) โ May 1 โ May 20
- Theme: Healing, service, balance
- Traits: Kind, gentle, peaceful, artistic
- Lesson: Heal through compassion and steadiness
8. Lamat (Star / Rabbit) โ May 21 โ June 9
- Theme: Beauty, love, creativity
- Traits: Joyful, magnetic, prosperous
- Lesson: Shine and share abundance
9. Muluk (Water) โ June 10 โ June 29
- Theme: Emotion, purification, intuition
- Traits: Sensitive, empathetic, spiritual
- Lesson: Transform feelings into wisdom
10. Ok (Dog) โ June 30 โ July 19
- Theme: Loyalty, love, friendship
- Traits: Faithful, honest, caring
- Lesson: Practice unconditional love
11. Chuen (Monkey) โ July 20 โ August 8
- Theme: Play, artistry, humor
- Traits: Fun, imaginative, creative
- Lesson: Create through joy and laughter
12. Eb (Human / Road) โ August 9 โ August 28
- Theme: Life path, free will
- Traits: Wise, thoughtful, responsible
- Lesson: Choose your own direction with awareness
13. Ben (Reed) โ August 29 โ September 17
- Theme: Leadership, structure, authority
- Traits: Confident, disciplined, fair
- Lesson: Lead through integrity, not control
14. Ix (Jaguar) โ September 18 โ October 7
- Theme: Magic, intuition, nature
- Traits: Mysterious, spiritual, powerful
- Lesson: Trust your inner knowing
15. Men (Eagle) โ October 8 โ October 27
- Theme: Vision, expansion, freedom
- Traits: Strategic, wise, far-seeing
- Lesson: Rise above to see the bigger picture
16. Cib (Owl / Wisdom) โ October 28 โ November 16
- Theme: Knowledge, reflection, guidance
- Traits: Thoughtful, meditative, patient
- Lesson: Share wisdom gained from experience
17. Caban (Earth) โ November 17 โ December 6
- Theme: Balance, movement, awareness
- Traits: Grounded, natural, harmonious
- Lesson: Flow with Earthโs rhythm
18. Etznab (Mirror) โ December 7 โ December 26
- Theme: Truth, reflection, clarity
- Traits: Honest, analytical, direct
- Lesson: See yourself clearly through others
19. Cauac (Storm) โ December 27 โ January 15
- Theme: Renewal, purification, energy
- Traits: Dynamic, transformative, healing
- Lesson: Embrace change as a cleansing force
20. Ahau (Sun / Lord) โ January 16 โ February 4
- Theme: Enlightenment, light, wisdom
- Traits: Charismatic, radiant, generous
- Lesson: Share your light to guide others
๐ฎ The Meaning of Your Mayan Sign
Your Mayan day sign represents your core energy, the spiritual essence that defines your soulโs purpose.
Itโs not about predicting the futureโitโs about discovering who you are at a soul level and how to align with the natural flow of life.
โWhen you live in harmony with your signโs energy, the universe dances with you.โ