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Calculated based on Chinese Lunar New Year dates. Those born before Feb 17, 2026 (Spring Festival) are Snakes; on or after are Horses.
Free online Chinese Zodiac calculator. Enter your Gregorian birthday to find your exact zodiac animal sign. Accurately calculates based on Chinese Lunar New Year dates, supporting 1900-2100. Includes detailed personality analysis, best compatibility matches, five elements, lucky numbers and colors. All processing runs locally in your browser.
What is the Chinese Zodiac
The Chinese Zodiac (Shengxiao) uses twelve animals to represent years: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig. Each animal corresponds to an Earthly Branch, cycling every 12 years.
The zodiac is determined by the Chinese Lunar New Year (Spring Festival), not January 1st. This tool uses the lunar-javascript library, supporting 1900 to 2100.
The Twelve Zodiac Animals
鼠 (Rat)
Branch: 子 · Best Match: 牛、猴、龙
Birth Years: 2020, 2008, 1996, 1984, 1972, 1960...
Rat-born individuals are clever and adaptable, quick to read situations. Thrifty and resourceful, with keen insight and a strong thirst for knowledge. Excellent social skills and good at seizing opportunities.
牛 (Ox)
Branch: 丑 · Best Match: 鼠、蛇、鸡
Birth Years: 2021, 2009, 1997, 1985, 1973, 1961...
Ox-born individuals are diligent and grounded, doing things methodically and reliably. Determined, unafraid of hardship, with a strong sense of responsibility.
虎 (Tiger)
Branch: 寅 · Best Match: 猪、马、狗
Birth Years: 2022, 2010, 1998, 1986, 1974, 1962...
Tiger-born individuals are natural leaders - brave, decisive, full of passion and energy. They love adventure and challenges, with a strong sense of justice.
兔 (Rabbit)
Branch: 卯 · Best Match: 狗、猪、羊
Birth Years: 2023, 2011, 1999, 1987, 1975, 1963...
Rabbit-born individuals are gentle and elegant, courteous in social situations. Thoughtful, cautious, with artistic talent and aesthetic sensibility.
龙 (Dragon)
Branch: 辰 · Best Match: 鸡、猴、鼠
Birth Years: 2024, 2012, 2000, 1988, 1976, 1964...
Dragon-born individuals are natural leaders - confident, passionate, and decisive. Ambitious and perfectionist, the only mythical animal in the zodiac.
蛇 (Snake)
Branch: 巳 · Best Match: 猴、牛、鸡
Birth Years: 2025, 2013, 2001, 1989, 1977, 1965...
Snake-born individuals are deeply wise and quick-thinking, with powerful intuition. Graceful, calm, low-key yet efficient, with exceptional insight.
马 (Horse)
Branch: 午 · Best Match: 羊、虎、狗
Birth Years: 2026, 2014, 2002, 1990, 1978, 1966...
Horse-born individuals are warm and cheerful, loving freedom and full of energy. Action-oriented, efficient, with an optimistic outlook on life.
羊 (Goat)
Branch: 未 · Best Match: 马、猪、兔
Birth Years: 2027, 2015, 2003, 1991, 1979, 1967...
Goat-born individuals are gentle and kind, with rich creativity and artistic talent. Soft outside but tough inside, sincere, valuing family harmony.
猴 (Monkey)
Branch: 申 · Best Match: 蛇、鼠、龙
Birth Years: 2028, 2016, 2004, 1992, 1980, 1968...
Monkey-born individuals are clever and quick-witted, with exceptional learning ability and adaptability. Humorous, sociable, endlessly curious.
鸡 (Rooster)
Branch: 酉 · Best Match: 龙、牛、蛇
Birth Years: 2029, 2017, 2005, 1993, 1981, 1969...
Rooster-born individuals are diligent and punctual, precise and organized. Straightforward, self-confident, detail-oriented, with a strong sense of time.
狗 (Dog)
Branch: 戌 · Best Match: 兔、虎、马
Birth Years: 2030, 2018, 2006, 1994, 1982, 1970...
Dog-born individuals are loyal and reliable, upright with a strong sense of justice and responsibility. Diligent, practical, helpful - trustworthy companions.
猪 (Pig)
Branch: 亥 · Best Match: 虎、兔、羊
Birth Years: 2031, 2019, 2007, 1995, 1983, 1971...
Pig-born individuals are honest and kind, generous and broad-minded. Optimistic, enjoying life, pure-hearted, conscientious - the most fortunate zodiac sign.
FAQ
Is the zodiac based on the Gregorian or lunar calendar?
The zodiac is determined by the Chinese Lunar New Year. For example, Feb 17, 2026 is the Spring Festival of the Horse year. Someone born on Feb 16 is a Snake, while Feb 17 is a Horse.
Why does my zodiac differ from other websites?
Some websites use the Gregorian year, causing errors for January/February births. The correct approach uses Lunar New Year as the boundary.
What year range is supported?
1900 to 2100. All calculations run locally in your browser with no server upload.
What is Benmingnian (Zodiac Year)?
It is when your zodiac animal matches the current year. Occurs every 12 years. Traditionally, people wear red for good luck.
Is zodiac compatibility reliable?
It originates from traditional Chinese folk culture. Treat it as cultural entertainment, not a basis for decisions.
How did the zodiac order come about?
Legend says the Jade Emperor held a river-crossing race. The Rat rode on the Ox and jumped ashore first.