🐉 Chinese Zodiac Calculator
Discover your Chinese zodiac animal and explore Eastern astrology insights based on your birth year
The 12 Chinese Zodiac Animals
Rat
1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008, 2020
Ox
1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009, 2021
Tiger
1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010, 2022
Rabbit
1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011, 2023
Dragon
1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012, 2024
Snake
1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013, 2025
Horse
1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014, 2026
Goat
1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015, 2027
Monkey
1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016, 2028
Rooster
1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017, 2029
Dog
1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018, 2030
Pig
1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, 2019, 2031
Understanding Chinese Zodiac
The Chinese zodiac, known as Sheng Xiao, is based on a 12-year cycle where each year is represented by a specific animal. Unlike Western astrology, which is based on months, Chinese astrology assigns an animal to each year in the cycle.
How Chinese Zodiac Works
🗓️ 12-Year Cycle
The Chinese zodiac follows a 12-year cycle, with each year represented by one of 12 animals in a specific order.
🌟 Five Elements
Each animal is also associated with one of five elements: Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water, creating a 60-year cycle.
🔮 Personality Traits
Your zodiac animal is believed to influence your personality, relationships, career prospects, and fortune.
💕 Compatibility
Some animals are considered more compatible than others, influencing relationship and friendship dynamics.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is the Chinese zodiac different from Western zodiac?
Chinese zodiac is based on birth year and follows a 12-year cycle with animal signs, while Western zodiac is based on birth month with constellation signs. Chinese astrology also incorporates elements and considers lunar calendar dates.
When does the Chinese New Year start?
Chinese New Year doesn't start on January 1st. It typically falls between January 21st and February 20th, based on the lunar calendar. If you were born in January or early February, check the exact date to determine your correct animal sign.
What are the five elements in Chinese astrology?
The five elements are Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water. Each element is associated with different characteristics and cycles through the zodiac animals, creating a 60-year grand cycle (12 animals × 5 elements).
Can Chinese zodiac predict my future?
Chinese zodiac is used for guidance and insight into personality traits and tendencies, not definitive predictions. It's part of a rich cultural tradition that offers perspective on relationships, career choices, and personal development.