Calculate your age according to the Islamic Hijri calendar. This tool converts your Gregorian birth date into Islamic years and months.
โ based on Aladhan API
Your Islamic Age
--years
Based on the Hijri calendar (approx. 354 days/year).
๐ Islamic Age Explained
Hijri vs Gregorian: The Islamic (Hijri) year has about 354 days โ roughly 11 days shorter. That's why your Islamic age is often slightly higher than your Gregorian age in years. This tool uses real astronomical calculations via Aladhan API to convert your birth date to Hijri, then compares with today's Hijri date.
When it's referenced: Islamic age is used for religious obligations (puberty, fasting, Nikah eligibility) and for personal curiosity. Confirm with a qualified scholar for any rulings.
โ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why is Islamic age different?
A: Because the Hijri calendar is lunar โ each month begins with the moon. A Hijri year is 354 days, while Gregorian is 365 days. So you accumulate Hijri years faster. This means your Islamic age in years will be slightly higher than your Gregorian age. For example, a 30-year-old person in Gregorian years would be approximately 31 in Islamic years.
Q: Is this age exact?
A: The conversion uses the Umm al-Qura calendar system (Saudi Arabia) via the Aladhan API. It's accurate for most dates, but actual moon sightings may vary by ยฑ1 day depending on your location. Different countries may start months on different days based on local moon sighting. This tool is intended for general knowledge and approximation only.
Q: Can I use it for Nikah / fasting?
A: This tool provides an estimate based on calculated Hijri dates. For religious obligations such as Nikah eligibility, fasting, or any other Islamic rulings, you must consult with a qualified scholar who can consider local moon sightings, your location, and other relevant factors. Do not rely solely on this calculator for religious decisions.
โ ๏ธ Important: Always confirm any Islamic rulings with a qualified scholar. This tool is for general knowledge only.
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โก This tool is for general knowledge & curiosity only. None of the data implies a legal ruling โ always confirm with a qualified scholar for any Islamic decisions.
