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Chinese Zodiac Calculator: What's Your Animal Sign & Element?

Use our free Chinese zodiac calculator to answer the question, "what Chinese zodiac am I?" Instantly find your animal sign and element based on your date of birth, and discover the personality traits associated with your sign.

How to use: Click the input field or calendar icon to open the date picker. The calendar is fully in English and supports quick navigation with month/year selectors. Chinese zodiac is based on the Chinese New Year, so birthdays before the lunar new year may belong to the previous year's sign.

How to Calculate Your Chinese Zodiac Sign and Element

Chinese zodiac is based on the Chinese New Year (not January 1). If your birthday is before the lunar new year, your sign belongs to the previous lunar year.

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Elements (Metal, Water, Wood, Fire, Earth) are determined by the last digit of your birth year. Our calculator handles all lunar calendar boundaries automatically for accuracy.

Ready to Find Your Perfect Match?

Now that you know your sign and element, see how well you match with other zodiac signs!

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Explore detailed compatibility analysis with all 12 zodiac signs

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is my Chinese zodiac if I was born in January?
Because Chinese zodiac follows the lunar new year, many January birthdays belong to the previous year's sign. Use the calculator above for an accurate result.
What does my zodiac element mean?
Your element reflects the Five Elements system: Metal, Water, Wood, Fire, and Earth. It adds nuance to your sign's personality and compatibility.
How many Chinese zodiac animals are there?
There are 12 animals: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig.