What zodiac sign is May 12?

People born on May 12 are Taurus.

Who are famous people born on May 12?

This page lists notable people born on May 12 — from recent celebrities to historical figures — sourced from Wikipedia's curated birthday lists and updated regularly.

Famous Birthdays on May 12

One of the notable people born on May 12 is Florence Nightingale. The Western zodiac sign for this date is Taurus.

Zodiac SignTaurus

Born May 12, 2026?Year of the Horse

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Notable People Born on May 12

1820Florence Nightingale — The founder of modern nursing was born in Florence, Italy — her birthday is now International Nurses Day.

Birthday Zodiac: Taurus

Everyone born on May 12 shares the Western zodiac sign Taurus. The Chinese zodiac animal, however, depends on the birth year — someone born on May 12 in 2026 is a Horse, while a person born on the same date in 2014 is also a Horse (the cycle repeats every 12 years). Explore the Chinese calendar for more.

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