Enter your birth date to find your Chinese zodiac animal and element. The tool works out the real start of the lunar year you were born in, so a January or February birthday lands in the right year.
The Chinese year begins at the new moon that falls between 21 January and 20 February, so people born in January or February may belong to the previous year's animal. This calculator works that date out for your birth year.
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The Rat is linked with quick wits, resourcefulness and charm. Tradition describes Rat people as observant and adaptable, good at spotting an opening and making the most of it. They tend to value security and can be generous with those they trust, while keeping their own counsel.
1937 · 1949 · 1961 · 1973 · 1985 · 1997 · 2009 · 2021
The Ox stands for patience, strength and steady effort. Ox people are described as dependable and methodical, preferring to build slowly and well. They tend to keep their word and dislike being rushed. Their loyalty runs deep, and so can their stubbornness once a decision is made.
1938 · 1950 · 1962 · 1974 · 1986 · 1998 · 2010 · 2022
The Tiger is associated with courage, confidence and a taste for challenge. Tradition paints Tiger people as warm, magnetic and quick to act on conviction. They tend to defend what they care about and dislike being told what to do. Their energy inspires, and sometimes it overwhelms.
1939 · 1951 · 1963 · 1975 · 1987 · 1999 · 2011 · 2023
The Rabbit is linked with gentleness, tact and good taste. Rabbit people are described as kind, careful listeners who prefer harmony to confrontation. They tend to create calm, pleasant surroundings and to think before they commit. Their caution protects them, and can also hold them back.
1940 · 1952 · 1964 · 1976 · 1988 · 2000 · 2012 · 2024
The Dragon stands for vitality, ambition and presence. Tradition describes Dragon people as bold, imaginative and hard to ignore. They tend to aim high and to bring others along with their enthusiasm. They set demanding standards, and may need reminding that not everyone moves at their pace.
1941 · 1953 · 1965 · 1977 · 1989 · 2001 · 2013 · 2025
The Snake is associated with insight, composure and quiet determination. Snake people are described as thoughtful and private, trusting their own judgement more than passing opinion. They tend to plan carefully and act at the right moment. Their reserve can read as distance until they choose to open up.
1942 · 1954 · 1966 · 1978 · 1990 · 2002 · 2014 · 2026
The Horse is linked with energy, independence and a love of movement. Tradition paints Horse people as lively, sociable and happiest with room to roam. They tend to throw themselves into what excites them and to speak plainly. Staying with a slow task can test their patience.
1943 · 1955 · 1967 · 1979 · 1991 · 2003 · 2015 · 2027
The Goat stands for kindness, creativity and a calm manner. Goat people are described as gentle and considerate, with a strong feeling for beauty and comfort. They tend to work best with encouragement and good company. They may avoid conflict for longer than is useful.
1944 · 1956 · 1968 · 1980 · 1992 · 2004 · 2016 · 2028
The Monkey is associated with cleverness, curiosity and playful humour. Tradition describes Monkey people as inventive problem solvers who learn fast and enjoy a challenge. They tend to keep things lively and to find a way around obstacles. Their restlessness can make routine feel like a cage.
1945 · 1957 · 1969 · 1981 · 1993 · 2005 · 2017 · 2029
The Rooster is linked with honesty, diligence and attention to detail. Rooster people are described as organised, punctual and proud of doing things properly. They tend to speak frankly and to notice what others miss. Their high standards serve them well, though their candour can sting.
1946 · 1958 · 1970 · 1982 · 1994 · 2006 · 2018 · 2030
The Dog stands for loyalty, fairness and a protective nature. Tradition paints Dog people as sincere, reliable friends with a strong sense of right and wrong. They tend to stand up for others and to worry on their behalf. Trust takes them time, and lasts once given.
1947 · 1959 · 1971 · 1983 · 1995 · 2007 · 2019 · 2031
The Pig is associated with generosity, warmth and enjoyment of life's comforts. Pig people are described as good-natured, sincere and easy to be around. They tend to give others the benefit of the doubt and to work hard for those they love. Their trusting nature is a gift worth guarding.
The Chinese year does not start on 1 January. It begins at a new moon between 21 January and 20 February, so if you were born before it, you belong to the previous year's animal. Simple year charts often miss this; the calculator works out the date for your birth year.
Each of the five elements, Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water, covers two years in a row, and the sequence repeats every ten years. Combined with the twelve animals, that makes a cycle of sixty years. The calculator applies the same lunar start date to both.
Not here. This calculator uses the date only, which is enough to find the animal and element of your year. Fuller Chinese astrology systems also assign signs to the month, day and hour of birth, but those are beyond what this tool covers.
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