Mercury in Aries: Traits, the 12 Houses, Famous People, and more (2024)

by Lucas Vanderlinden

In this article we provide a detailed overview of Mercury in Aries as well as its impact in each of the 12 houses of the zodiac. Do you have Mercury in Aries in your horoscope? If so then this article is for you.

Mercury: The Planet of Language, the Intellect, and Commerce

Mercury is like the prince of the royal planetary family. He is as precocious as he is capricious. In Roman times, Mercury was worshiped as the god of communication and commerce. The name of this planet comes from the Latin word merx, or merchandise. In English, the word “mercurial” refers to someone who is spontaneous and unpredictable. This accurately sums up Mercury’s personality. The Sanskrit name for Mercury is Budha, meaning one who is clever or intelligent.

Mercury’s day of the week is Wednesday, known in Latin as “Mercurii.” Similarly, the popular name for Wednesday in Indian cultures is Budhavar, or the day of Budha.

Mercury travels through the twelve signs of the zodiac in 88 days. He spends about seven days and eight hours in each sign.

When looking at a chart, Mercury represents the following:

• Language, speech, and intellect
• Friends, companions, and couples
• The mother’s siblings, nephews, and nieces
• Capacity for learning & rhetoric
• Logic, literature, and writing
• Medicine, music, and mathematics
• Commerce, astrology, and charms
• Artistic expression, comedy, and expertise
• Birds, sculpture, and repetition

LEARN MORE: The Puranas provide an advanced understanding of our universe, including descriptions of life on other planets. Check out our guide to Vedic Cosmology.

Aries: The Sign of the Ram

Aries is the first sign of the zodiac. In Vedic astrology, Aries is known by the Sanskrit name mesha, or “the ram.” The sign of Aries possesses a friendly, hard-working, and passionate nature. Aries is a sign of leadership. In an astrological chart, it represents areas where you are pioneering and confident in your efforts.

Basic Traits

Ruled by Mars.Mars is known as the planet of vitality, courage, and competition. He brings a fiery and fearsome energy to the house he inhabits.
A fire sign. Aries is temperamental, passionate, and energetic.
A movable sign. Aries is fluid, spontaneous, and fond of change.
A masculine sign. Aries is aggressive, bold, and thick-skinned.

Areas of Influence

Aries influences its planetary lord in the following areas:

• Leadership and purpose
• Courage and self-confidence
• Playfulness and sports
• Friends and enemies
• Determination

Traits of Mercury in Aries

The influence of Mercury in a birth chart will change depending on which house it is located in, its relative position in relation to other planets, as well as other factors. However, the following general traits are likely to be found in a native who has Mercury in Aries:

You are likely of a thin build. You are likely to have a slim figure. You may be athletic, though you aren’t particularly strong. Your physique is attractive to others, and overall you are pleased with your body-type.

You like to eat.You are fond of cuisine — you like eating, drinking, trying new foods, and you may even be skilled in the kitchen yourself. Nonetheless, as mentioned above you are not likely to put on significant weight. You are not a heavy eater, but prefer tasting small amounts of a variety of dishes.

You are artistic.You are talented in a variety of arts, from music to painting to cartography. You may even be able to make a career in an artistic field. You have a keen eye for detail, and you are something of a perfectionist when it comes to your artistic works. You love nothing more than the feeling of pride in artistic achievement.

You are a natural skeptic.While some find it easy and natural to place their faith in a higher being or supernatural reality, you always seek empirical proof before accept something to be true. You are scientific to a fault, and others appreciate your sound logic and reasoning capabilities.

You may not be very wealthy.Although you are a hard worker, you may struggle to save up money over a long period of time. You tend to accumulate debts and spend beyond your means. Hiring a trustworthy financial planner who can help you budget and save up money for large purchases may be a valuable investment.

Mercury in Aries in the 12 Houses

Every natal chart is unique. It is not possible to give a fully accurate reading without considering the various elements of the chart, including planetary combinations, aspects, friendships, directional strength, and more.

The traits below are general indications which will change depending on the influence of the factors listed above.

In the First House

The first house symbolizes physique and self-expression. You are very intelligent and a talented speaker. You are gifted in many different subjects. You have a strong body, and you are likely to live a long life. This is a very strong placement for Mercury in a birth chart.

In the Second House

The second house symbolizes wealth and cultural traditions. You are wealthy and are likely to earn a livelihood by means of your sharp intellect. You are truthful and a talented writer. You likely have a large family.

In the Third House

The third house symbolizes siblings, courage, and literary works. You are very brave and you like to take risks, especially when it will gain you some recognition from your peers. You can succeed in business. You have good relations with your siblings.

In the Fourth House

The fourth house symbolizes one’s mother, home, and basic beliefs. You are intelligent, clever, and well-educated. You have a happy life — ample wealth, a nice home, a suitable career, and a pleasant family. You are likely to have many friends.

In the Fifth House

The fifth house symbolizes children, creative works, and overall success. You have a love for learning and you are likely to have gotten a good education in your youth. You can make money through good investments. You are generous with others, and you will gain great happiness through your children.

In the Sixth House

The sixth house symbolizes debt, disease, and service. This is not a very favorable position for Mercury in a birth chart. You have no enemies, though you sometimes resort to harsh or overly critical speech. You also may be lazy. Be careful not to shirk your responsibilities, otherwise you will face repeated difficulties in life.

In the Seventh House

The seventh house symbolizes the spouse, marital happiness, and sexual desire. You make good money and you will marry someone from a rich family. You are very intelligent, and you also have a taste for expensive and attractive clothing. However, you are likely to have excessive interest in sex.

In the Eighth House

The eighth house symbolizes death, calamities, and interest in the occult. You are successful in your profession and you will live a long life. You can rise to a high position of influence in your social sphere. You are hard-working and religious. You can become adept in the practice of meditation.

In the Ninth House

The ninth house symbolizes religion and morality. You are happy, wealthy, and well-educated. You may be a businessperson, writer, or even hold a position in the government. You are philosophically inclined and also very interested in religion and spirituality.

In the Tenth House

The tenth house symbolizes one’s father, career, and reputation. You will do well in your career. You have a good relationship with your elders. You are truthful, righteous, and wise. You can succeed in expansive and ambitious undertakings.

In the Eleventh House

The eleventh house symbolizes gains, aspirations, and friendships. You are very wealthy and you will have an attractive spouse and stimulating romantic life. You can become famous, and you will live a long, full life. You will triumph over your enemies.

In the Twelfth House

The twelfth house symbolizes losses, misfortune, and liberation. You will meet with repeated frustrations in life. You have a bad habit of taking the wrong advice from the wrong people. In this way, you have a hard time learning from your mistakes. You may not be very well-educated. This is another poor placement for Mercury in the birth chart.

Learn More About Vedic Astrology

Expand your knowledge of astrology! Check out our guides to Vedic Astrology and the nine planets, known collectively in Sanskrit as the nava-graha. You can also learn about the differences between Western and Vedic astrology.

The Twelve Signs of the Zodiac

The 27 Nakshatras