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Chinese zodiac calculator
Enter a birth year and optional birthday to find the Chinese zodiac animal, element, and a short personality snapshot.
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Chinese zodiac calculator FAQ
What if I was born in January or February?
Chinese zodiac years begin around Lunar New Year, not January 1. This calculator uses an approximate February 4 boundary for Jan/Feb dates and notes the adjusted year.
How is the zodiac animal calculated?
The animal follows a 12-year cycle: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, Pig.
How is the element calculated?
The element follows the heavenly-stem cycle: Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water, each lasting two years.