Islamic Age Calculator

The Islamic Age Calculator is an easy-to-use tool designed to help you determine your Hijri age based on your date of birth. Unlike the Gregorian calendar, which follows the solar cycle, the Islamic (Hijri) calendar is based on the lunar cycle, making the calculation of age slightly different. Many people notice that they appear older in Hijri years than in Gregorian years because the Islamic year is approximately 11 days shorter than the solar year.

This free Islamic age calculator is developed for users who want to easily convert their Gregorian birth date into the Hijri calendar and determine their exact lunar age. Whether you are Shia or Sunni, this tool works universally for all Islamic sects.

How to Use the Islamic Age Calculator?

Using the Islamic Age Calculator is straightforward. Simply follow these steps:

1. Enter your Date of Birth – Input your birth date in the Gregorian calendar.
2. Click on Calculate – The tool will instantly convert your birth date into the Hijri date.
3. Get Your Islamic Age – The result will display your age in both Gregorian and Hijri years.

This calculator is beneficial for Muslims worldwide who want to know their exact age according to the Islamic calendar.

Islamic Age Calculation Formula

Since the Hijri calendar is based on the lunar cycle, the formula for calculating Islamic age is:

Hijri Age = (Current Hijri Year – Hijri Birth Year)

To convert the Gregorian birth year into a Hijri birth year, the following formula is used:

Hijri Year = (Gregorian Year – 622) × 1.0307

For example:

• If someone was born in 1990, the approximate Hijri birth year would be: (1990 – 622) × 1.0307 = 1409 AH

If the current Hijri year is 1446 AH, then:

Hijri Age = 1446 - 1409 = 37 years

This means someone born in 1990 (Gregorian) is 37 years old in the Islamic calendar, whereas in the Gregorian calendar, they would be 34 years old (as of 2024).

Islamic Age Calculator Chart

The difference occurs because the Hijri year is shorter than the Gregorian year.

Why Am I Older in Hijri Calendar?

The Islamic (Hijri) calendar is based on the lunar cycle, which consists of 354 or 355 days per year, while the Gregorian calendar follows the solar cycle, consisting of 365 or 366 days per year. This 11-day difference per year makes a person appear older in Hijri years than in Gregorian years.

For example:

• If you are 30 years old in the Gregorian calendar, your Hijri age would be approximately 31 years old.

This is why Muslims often notice that their Islamic age is slightly higher than their Gregorian age.

What is the Islamic Year in 2024?

The current Islamic year in 2024 is 1446 AH (After Hijrah). The Hijri calendar started in the year 622 CE, marking the migration (Hijrah) of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) from Mecca to Medina.

Since the Islamic year is shorter, the next Islamic year (1447 AH) will begin around July 2025 in the Gregorian calendar.

Final Verdict

The Islamic Age Calculator is a simple yet useful tool for converting Gregorian age to Hijri age. It helps Muslims determine their exact age according to the Islamic lunar calendar, making it beneficial for Islamic events, birthdays, and religious milestones.

If you are curious about "What is my Islamic lunar age?", this calculator provides an instant and accurate answer. Try it today and discover your Hijri age effortlessly!

FAQs

How can I find my Islamic birthday?

Your Islamic birthday can be determined by converting your Gregorian birth date to the Hijri calendar using the Islamic Age Calculator.

Why is my Islamic age higher than my Gregorian age?

Since the Islamic year is about 11 days shorter, your Hijri age increases faster than your Gregorian age.

How can I manually convert my age to Hijri?

You can use the formula:

Hijri Year = (Gregorian Year – 622) × 1.0307

Then subtract from the current Hijri year to find your Islamic age.

Is the Islamic Age Calculator accurate?

Yes, this calculator uses precise algorithms based on the Hijri calendar conversion formula, ensuring accurate results.

Can I use this calculator for Shia and Sunni dates?

Yes, the calculator works universally for both Shia and Sunni Muslims.