Summary
- The personalities of zodiac signs align well with the traits of Hogwarts houses, making it easy to sort Muggles into the right house in the real world.
- Aries, known for their courage and impetuosity, are a perfect fit for Gryffindor, just like the Weasley twins.
- Hufflepuff, with its values of fairness and hard work, suits Taurus, who are known for their dependability and loyalty.
The wizarding world of Harry Potter has spawned one of the most beloved franchises in pop culture history, and figuring out a person's Hogwarts house based on zodiac sign is one of the pop culture discussions that has emerged surrounding the franchise. So dedicated is the Harry Potter fanbase that viewers often try to figure out where they'd fit in within this world. Luckily, Hogwarts is split into four easily distinguishable houses, each with a set of key values and traits to set them apart.
The four Hogwarts houses and their distinct markers align well with the signs of the Western zodiac. Since the Hogwarts houses are defined by students' personality traits, zodiac signs would be an ideal way to sort Muggles into Harry Potter houses in the real world. Gryffindors are known for their courage, Slytherins for their cunning, Ravenclaws for their intellect, and Hufflepuffs for their kindness. Likewise, the zodiac signs typically exhibit a set of definable personality traits. This comprehensive guide is perfect for fans who wonder what Hogwarts house they would belong to based on their zodiac sign.
ARIES - Gryffindor
Full of fire, and brimming with confidence and courage, an Aries really only has one option when it comes to finding the perfect Hogwarts house: Gryffindor. They're natural leaders and love diving headfirst into challenges, which describes Harry and his fellow Gryffindors pretty well. In Gryffindor, an Aries would find themselves surrounded by like-minded individuals - tough, fiery, outgoing, and ready to take on the world.
In particular, Aries is the zodiac sign known for being a bit impetuous. It is the sign that leaps before it looks. That bold tendency to act first and ask questions later is a common Gryffindor trait. While in some cases, it makes for decisive action, in others, it leads to confusion as someone can act without knowing all the facts, as Harry often does in his first few adventures. When examining the Hogwarts houses based on zodiac signs, Gryffindor is the best fit for Aries. In fact, Fred and George Weasley were born under the Aries sign.
TAURUS - Hufflepuff
Another distinct pairing, the sign most associated with the Earth is suited for a house of the same nature. Professor Sprout of Herbology is Head of Hufflepuff, which makes the connection between the Earth and Hufflepuff even more pronounced. Hufflepuffs and Tauruses often get overlooked and shoehorned into stereotypes that can be quite misleading to outsiders. While Tauruses are known to be stubborn, they fit Hufflepuff's traits of fairness, kindness, and commitment to hard, honest work.
That's because a Taurus sets a goal and sticks to it. They are incredibly dependable and stable. They are also known for being fiercely loyal to those they care about, though they might not always open up to someone else very quickly. That tendency to be the person everyone else can rely on is certainly a Hufflepuff trait as well, making the Hogwarts house and the Taurus zodiac sign an easy fit.
GEMINI - Slytherin
Geminis fit into Slytherin better than any other house. While many Slytherins are considered to be evil, not every Slytherin is a bad person, and certainly not every Gemini. Gemini is the sign of the twins, and this duality would feel most comfortable in Slytherin - Draco Malfoy exhibits this very duality and is canonically a Gemini with a June 5 birthday.
Intelligent, quick-witted, and cunning, Geminis possess qualities celebrated in Slytherin. Geminis are also known for their adaptability. They're able to fit into new social situations or new environments with ease. That's certainly something that Slytherins would like to do as they strive to gain favor with powerful people in the Wizarding World.
CANCER - Ravenclaw
Hogwarts houses based on zodiac signs can be tricky since there are 12 zodiac signs and only four Hogwarts houses. Many of the traits of different zodiac signs overlap though, meaning that a house like Ravenclaw could represent multiple zodiac signs with similar traits.
Cancers' emotional makeup, along with their wisdom, make them the perfect fit for Ravenclaw. Cancers are often wise, intuitive, and imaginative, which perfectly describes many notable Ravenclaws, including Luna Lovegood. Even though their emotions are important, Cancers don't let them get in the way of their decision-making. Their emotional and critical intelligence is what makes them the best fit for Ravenclaw.
LEO - Gryffindor
The most obvious thing that Leos and Gryffindors have in common is their mascot, the lion. That, however, isn't the only thing. Though he might also embody some Slytherin traits, Harry Potter is a Leo himself, and being the most iconic Gryffindor, as well as the series' main character, it's only natural that Leos would best fit in Gryffindor.
Neville and Ginny are also Leos who are Gryffindor. Though it takes Neville a while to get to where Harry is in his first year, his arc showcases the very essence of what it is to be a Gryffindor - strong, loyal, brazen, courageous, outgoing, and leaders by example. Neville becomes exactly that when Death Eaters take over Hogwarts, and Ginny strives to be that as she steps out of her brothers' shadows. Leos are also driven by their morals, often having a noble sense of right and wrong that guides their decisions, just like all three of those characters do.
VIRGO - Ravenclaw
Virgos and Ravenclaws both value intelligence, a defining quality of both the zodiac sign and the Hogwarts house. Sometimes, their curiosity gets them lost in their own minds. Virgos are the planners of the zodiac, the sign that is most apt to create a study schedule for themselves and everyone else they know.
Hermione is a Virgo, born in September, and while she's a Gryffindor, she was very close to becoming a Ravenclaw and possesses a lot of their qualities. Virgos are meticulous and logical thinkers, which are also defining traits of Ravenclaw.
LIBRA - Hufflepuff
When it comes to Hogwarts houses based on zodiac signs, Hufflepuff is a good fit for Libra. Libras and Hufflepuffs share a lot of similarities, most of them stemming from their kind and humble nature. This zodiac sign is known for its charm. Libras also like balance, hence the scales.
Libras can become leaders in their friend groups, but they prefer to work with friends rather than outrank them. They seek harmony within groups, which is why they'd feel most at home in Hufflepuff. In this Hogwarts house, students don't boast or try to ruffle each other's feathers. Most of them get along really well. They are, of course, exceptions, just as there are some people who don't necessarily identify with the traits of their own zodiac signs.
Harry Potter: Notable Hufflepuffs, Ranked By Power
Hufflepuff has never been the most popular or powerful House, but how do its famous alumni rate in terms of their own individual power?SCORPIO - Slytherin
Just as Aries is so well-matched with Gryffindor, Scorpios are the best fit for Slytherin. Slytherin is often perceived as the worst of the houses, and Scorpio is considered to be the least likable of the zodiacs. In this way, the two are similar, even though this perception isn't entirely accurate. The traits of both are often seen in a negative light, but the traits can be used for good.
Scorpios are often emotionally driven and layered, cunning and ambitious. They will do whatever it takes to reach their goals, which accurately describes many Slytherins. This drive and ambition can sometimes be seen as negative by those who don't share those qualities.
SAGITTARIUS - Gryffindor
Sagittariuses crave adventure, which is one of Gryffindor's defining qualities. This zodiac sign is all about freedom, and when needed, they will stop at nothing to achieve freedom. For a Sagittarius, that freedom can be exercised in frequent traveling, playing the romantic field, or even in rebelling against structured institutions and breaking a few rules. It's that last one that can often be attributed to the Gryffindors in the Harry Potter series.
Like Gryffindors, Sagittariuses are smart but often think with their hearts rather than their heads. The two also share their bravery, optimism, and adventurous spirit. There's nowhere else a Sagittarius could feel at home.
CAPRICORN - Slytherin
Like Slytherins, Capricorns are very determined and ambitious people. They're motivated by their desire to achieve their goals, so of course, Capricorns would best fit into Slytherin. Though ambition is the trait most associated with Slytherin, Capricorns also share the house's trademark cunning, hardworking nature, and desire to get ahead in all of their endeavors.
Two Slytherins that are canonically Capricorns in the Harry Potter franchise are Severus Snape and Lord Voldemort himself, Tom Riddle. Both men are very ambitious, wanting to be more than what other people see them as. They both go about that goal very differently, but they both also studied magic and history to become experts in their respective interests - immortality and potions.
Harry Potter: Notable Slytherins, Ranked By Power
Slytherin has a reputation for being the baddest House at Hogwarts, but how do its most memorable members rate in terms of their power?AQUARIUS - Ravenclaw
One of Ravenclaw's most iconic characters is Luna Lovegood, who is an Aquarius. It's easy to see why she's both: she's eccentric, curious, eclectic, open-minded, and intelligent. Other Aquariuses may not share all of Luna's qualities, but they often demonstrate their idealistic values, independence, and big thoughts, which would make this zodiac a perfect fit for Ravenclaw.
Aquarius is the sign best known for thinking outside the box. While Ravenclaw might be known as the most intelligence of Hogwarts houses, it's also a house in which the members are known for their creativity. They don't have passwords to get into their common room, after all, but riddles that they must solve instead. If Hogwarts houses were based on zodiac signs, Ravenclaw and Aquarius would be a great match.
PISCES - Hufflepuff
The last sign of the zodiac in order, Pisces is called the "oldest" of the zodiac in the same way that Aries is the youngest. Pisces is often considered wise despite also being seen as a dreamer. They might have their heads in the clouds sometimes, but they can also find practical solutions to surprising problems, like Professor Sprout using her Herbology classes to have her students help raise and harvest mandrake in Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets instead of taking on the task herself.
Pisces are generous and thoughtful; they're mindful of other people and their feelings. This kindness aligns perfectly with Hufflepuff. Both Pisces and Hufflepuff display a keen sense of wisdom, compassion, and generosity, making them a great match for one another. Though the Harry Potter series doesn't give enough focus to Hufflepuff characters, they are an important part of the Hogwarts community. And like the other Hogwarts houses based on zodiac signs, Hufflepuff can be a fit for more than one of those zodiac signs.