Chinese Zodiac Calculator
What is your Chinese zodiac animal?
Enter your birth year to discover your Chinese zodiac animal — one of twelve signs that rotate in a twelve-year cycle, each with its own traits.
Please enter a valid birth year.
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How it works
- The twelve animals repeat every twelve years, starting with the Rat.
- We use the standard cycle anchored on known recent years.
- Note: Chinese New Year falls in late January or February, so early-year birthdays may belong to the previous animal.
Frequently asked questions
What if I was born in January or February?
Check the Chinese New Year date for your birth year — if born before it, you belong to the previous year's animal.
Do the traits really apply?
They are traditional associations for fun and cultural interest, not scientific predictions.
What are the twelve animals?
Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, Pig.