๐ Chinese Zodiac Calculator
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Enter a birth year and instantly find out which of the 12 Chinese zodiac animals it corresponds to. Handy for New Year card designs or for checking your own or a family member's zodiac animal.
How to use
- Enter a birth year.
- The matching zodiac animal is shown automatically.
FAQ
What's the cycle length for the Chinese zodiac?
It repeats on a 12-year cycle in the order Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, Pig.
Is this based on the lunar calendar or the start of spring?
No, this is a simplified version based directly on the Gregorian calendar year, which may differ from a strict calculation based on the lunar new year or the start of spring.
Does it work for years before 1900?
Yes, since the calculation uses a 12-year cycle, it works correctly for years before 1900 too.