Chinese Zodiac Calculator

Q: How does the Chinese zodiac differ from the Western zodiac?

The Western zodiac assigns a sign based on the month and day of birth, repeating every year, while the Chinese zodiac assigns one of 12 animal signs based on the lunar year of birth, repeating every 12 years.

Q: Why does the Chinese New Year date matter for this calculator?

The Chinese lunar year does not start on January 1st — it typically falls between late January and mid-February. If you were born in early January or February, your Chinese zodiac animal may belong to the previous lunar year rather than the calendar year.

Q: What are the 12 Chinese zodiac animals in order?

The 12-year cycle, in order, is: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig.

Q: Does my Chinese zodiac animal change every year?

No. Your Chinese zodiac animal is fixed for life, determined once by the lunar year you were born — though each new lunar year is associated with a different animal, your own sign never changes.

Q: Can two people born in the same Chinese zodiac year have different traits?

Yes. The Chinese zodiac animal describes broad personality archetypes, but individual traits are also shaped by the five elements (wood, fire, earth, metal, water) and your personal life experiences.

Q: Is the Chinese zodiac related to Western astrology?

They are independent systems with separate origins — the Chinese zodiac is based on the lunar calendar and a 12-year animal cycle, while Western astrology is based on the solar calendar and the 12 zodiac signs. Many people enjoy comparing both for a fuller picture.

Your Chinese zodiac sign is determined by the lunar year you were born, following a 12-year cycle of animals — from Rat to Pig. Enter your birth date below to find your Chinese zodiac animal and what it reveals about your personality.

How to Find Your Chinese Zodiac Animal

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Select your birth day
Choose the day of the month you were born.
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Select your birth month
Choose the month you were born.
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Select your birth year
Choose the year you were born.
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Get your Chinese zodiac animal
Tap Get My Result to instantly see your Chinese zodiac animal and its meaning.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the Chinese zodiac differ from the Western zodiac?

Why does the Chinese New Year date matter for this calculator?

What are the 12 Chinese zodiac animals in order?

Does my Chinese zodiac animal change every year?

Can two people born in the same Chinese zodiac year have different traits?

Is the Chinese zodiac related to Western astrology?