Leap years are like the cool kids of the calendar world. Leap years are filled with some awesome traditions and quirks. While some folks take the opportunity to propose to their partners or tie the knot with their soulmates, others celebrate their ‘actual birthday.’ Is that really a thing? Yes, for Leap Day babies, celebrating their ‘actual birthday’ is a thing! Did you know that being born on February 29 is like winning the cosmic lottery, with odds of 1 in 1,461? That's as rare as finding a unicorn at a coffee shop! So, now you know that February 29 is like the VIP of birthdays. It is the rarest! It is assumed that in a world of 8 billion, only about 5 million lucky souls get to call themselves Leap Day babies. So, if you know one, consider yourself in the presence of greatness. Sure, their birthday comes around only once every four years, but that doesn't mean we skip the celebration! No way! You must make them feel loved every single year. Since 2024 is a leap year, it's time to pull out all the stops and make their ‘actual birthday’ a super memorable one. So, whether you're chilling with your leapling loved one or are miles apart, spread some love with some awesome Leap Day 2024 birthday cards. Kick off the celebrations in style! Leap Year 2024: What Is a Leap Year? How Many Days in 2024? Why Does This Year Get an Extra Day? Understanding the Significance of Leap Years.
How Do Leap Year Birthdays Work?
Now, let's break the whole leap-year birthday situation down. Every four years, February gets an extra special day—February 29! But what about those born on that elusive day? Do they not celebrate their birthday if it’s not a leap year? Do they wait to celebrate until the next leap year rolls around? Not quite! Leap-year babies celebrate their birthdays every year. And guess what? Many countries around the globe recognise March 1 as their birthday during non-leap years. For the rest, it's a choose-your-own birthday between February 28 and March 1. So, since we're in a leap year, let's seize the moment and make our loved ones feel special on their special day! Leap Year 2024 Funny Memes and Motivational Posts Go Viral in Equal Measure, Netizens Seem Ready for 366 Days Full of Opportunities!.
Here are some February 29 (Leap Day) birthday cards you can share with your loved ones:
Leap Day Happy Birthday Card:
Happy Birthday (Leap Day) Card:
February 29 (Leap Day) Birthday Card:
Leap Day (February 29) Birthday Card:
Share a Happy Birthday Leap Day Card With Your Loved One:
So, what are you waiting for? Take the leap and share these awesome Leap Day birthday cards with your loved ones to make their special day extra special!
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Feb 27, 2024 09:27 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).