Saturday, January 1, 2022, was 2 years ago. It was the 1st day and 1st month of the year in the Georgian calendar. It’s the 32nd day of Winter and there are 59 days left until Spring. January 1, 2022 zodiac sign is Capricorn. On this day, Joe Biden (Democratic) was the president of the United States and the world population was approximately , according to census.gov.
Below is everything you need to know about January 1, 2022, including important events in history, top news headlines, US stock market results, social trends, and what was popular in entertainment. We’ll also look at January 1 zodiac details, day facts, and more ⤵
| Day index | 1st day of the year |
| Day of week | 1st Saturday of 2022 |
| Week index | 1st week of 2022 |
| Season | 32nd day of Winter |
| Generation | Generation Alpha |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn ♑ |
| Chinese Zodiac | Tiger |
| Ruling Planet | Saturn |
| Numerology | 8 |
| January Birthstone | Garnet |
| January Birth flower | Carnation |
We are using US standard week number calculations.
Fun fact: Here is how to write January 1, 2022, in Roman numerals: IIMMXXII (month-day, year)
January 1st zodiac sign
The zodiac sign for January 1 is Capricorn ♑. Capricorns are responsible, disciplined and good managers, though sometimes are also known for being know-it-all, unforgiving, and condescending. Capricorns are thought to be the most serious sign of the zodiac. Saturn is the ruling planet of Capricorn.
Top news headlines from January 1, 2022
Here is what happened on this day.
- Betty White, beloved and trailblazing actress, dies at 99
- Betty White has died, just weeks before her 100th birthday : NPR
- Betty White Dead at 99
- Betty White’s Devastating Final Tweet Before Death
- Betty White Dead: Sandra Bullock Pays Tribute on New Year’s Eve
Popular topics that trended on the web and social media on January 1st:
Happy New Year Penn State Happy 2022 #HarryPotter20thAnniversary #OutbackBowl Hello 2022
January 1st events in history
Below are a couple of important historical events that happened on January 1.
Prophet Muhammad sets out with his army towards Mecca, capturing it bloodlessly.The International Commission on Zoological Nomenclature establish the "starting point" for standardized species names across the animal kingdom, based on the binomial nomenclature by Carolus Linnaeus 10th edition of Systema Naturae.
Emancipation Proclamation issued by Abraham Lincoln to free slaves in US confederate states.
Stock markets on January 1, 2022
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January 1, 2022 US Holidays
Holidays on this day: No major holidays found for this date.
Popular Tweets on Jan 1, 2022
Here are popular and most liked tweets on this day in United States:
Happy New Year from me and my boo! 🎉🥳 Wishing you all a year filled with happiness, love, and good health. pic.twitter.com/FRR0DDZjw9
— Michelle Obama (@MichelleObama) January 1, 2022
Happy New Year everyone 🎊🪅 may we all enjoy a meaningful, healthy, and blessed year to come.
— Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (@AOC) January 1, 2022
May every single day of 2022 be filled with love and joy as we continue our work to build a better America. Wishing you and your loved ones a happy and healthy new year! pic.twitter.com/rHZTi6aQBO
— Kamala Harris (@KamalaHarris) January 1, 2022
January 1, 2022 in Music
The number one song on The Billboard Hot 100 was "All I Want for Christmas Is You" by Mariah Carey.
January 1 calendar
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What is Numerology and life path number?
January 1, 2022 life path number is 8. Numerologists believe that we have all had previous lifetimes. Each number from 1-9 holds a vibration and each vibration produces a predictable characteristic or outcome around it. Life Path 8 is thought to place emphasis on career, business, finances, and authority. You are spiritual, but maintain a realism to your spirituality and know the difference between make-believe and genuine realizations. Eights focus on money and can only flourish when supported.
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