The closest planet to the sun, Mercury, is also the smallest planet in our solar system. Mercury is only slightly larger than our moon. Since this planet travels close to the sun, your Mercury sign will typically be close to or the same as your Sun sign.

Mercury in Astrology

At the time of your birth, Mercury was in one of the twelves zodiac signs and one of the twelve houses.

In modern astrology, Mercury “The Messenger” represents matters of communication, thoughts, ideas, thoughts, and memory. The zodiac sign Mercury was in when you were born will influence Mercurian matters such as the way you communicate, how you learn, the way you express your thoughts, and what ideas are important to you. The house Mercury was in influences where in your life this is expressed.

The Mercury affirmation is “I think.”

Mercury rules the zodiac signs Gemini and Virgo, if your natal Mercury was in one of these signs then it is at home.

Always remember in astrology, that there may be areas of your chart that are more dominant lessening the influence of your Mercury placement.

Below is a summary of what it means to have your natal Mercury in each of the zodiac signs.

If you don’t know what sign Mercury was in at the moment of your birth, you can either book an astrology reading with us or look it up for free on a website such as Astro.com.

Natal Mercury in Aries

Aries is a cardinal fire sign. This gives your communication a flame and a kick up the backside. You will be outward in expressing your ideas and opinions. Aries Mercury is quick-thinking and fast-talking. Have confidence in your ideas, this is a strong placement for Mercury.

Natal Mercury in Taurus

You don’t want to be rushed with your thoughts or ideas. When it comes to learning, step-by-step is preferred; you will take your time learning new things. Since Taurus is ruled by Venus, your Mercurian thoughts may have an interest in money or art. A stubbornness to change your mind may be evident, but this allows a stability and practical approach in your intellect and opinions. This can be someone that is shy, and likes to keep their own company.

Natal Mercury in Gemini

It will be hard to slow this mind down! This is a strong placement for Mercury, at ease in the sign of its rulership. Facts will be of interest to natal Mercury in Gemini, with an interest in learning broadly and consuming ideas from many sources. You know lots of different interesting facts and concepts. You are versatile, adaptable and lively in the mind. Meditation will be beneficial to slow your thoughts along with card games and crosswords.

Natal Mercury in Cancer

You will communicate with nurturance, sympathy and compassion. Less abrupt than the fire Mercury placements, and a good listener in conversation. This is a sentimental sign, they might like to record events and journal what they learn so they can read back over notes. You will be sensitive to others beliefs of you, and your intuition allows you to pick up on these signals.

Natal Mercury in Leo

Get creative with how you communicate and express your ideas! This can indicate one that is confidence in expressing their thoughts and opinions. Pride is important to this sign. Speaking from a position of leadership is suited for this placement. Expression through creative arts will be a wonderful outlet either professionally or as a hobby.

Natal Mercury in Virgo

This is an organised individual, one most likely to text people back! Mercury Virgo’s will sort and categorise information, expect colour coded notes. A strong ability to analyse information. Just don’t allow your mind to criticise yourself too much.

Natal Mercury in Libra

Fairness in communication and debate is important to this sign. Ensuring other people feel heard and understood in coversation will be a priority for Libra Mercurians, particularly if there is a lot of water elsewhere in the chart the combination will create empathy. Making decisions could take time if there is too long spent weighing up options.

Natal Mercury in Scorpio

Interesting and witty in conversation. There may be more interest in researching taboo, occult, underworldly, the mysteries of life or psychological matters. Perhaps there are lots of Scorpio Mercurians here looking to join the Mystery School! Mental stamina is observed with this placement as they dive into the depths of research.

Natal Mercury in Sagittarius

Ideas and fun are evident with this placement. Given long-distance travel is associated with Sagittarius, this Mercury can indicate someone that likes to meet new people and swap stories with strangers and new friends. Politics, philosophy and belief systems can be of interest in research and conversation with this sign.

Natal Mercury in Capricorn

An ability to focus and learn over long periods due to stamina and discipline from the Capricorn influence. Respect for ideas and beliefs is desired by Capricorn Mercurians, and they don’t like to be taken for a fool. They are grounded in their beliefs, influenced by earth and this brings about a realism and snap back to reality.

Natal Mercury in Aquarius

An intellectual thinker that is likely to question ideas and concepts, like the mind of a scientist. Interested in others opinions and will listen to alternative views, but not easily influenced. You are the truth-seeker, and able to detach your emotions from your intellect in pursuit of the facts and truth.

Natal Mercury in Pisces

There could be an excess of sensitivity leading to misunderstandings or disagreements. A very empathetic participant in conversation and ideas. This sensitive sign may need to rely on other areas of their chart to ensure that their voice is heard. This dreamer will be fond of using their imagination, and diving into fantasy fiction or fairy tales to allow their mind to escape to a magical place.

What Does Your Natal Mercury Sign Mean in Astrology