How to use the chinese zodiac animal calculator
Enter your date of birth to see the animal associated with the Gregorian year number.
How the calculation works
The Chinese zodiac follows the lunar new year rather than 1 January. For birthdays in January or February, the preceding zodiac animal may apply; check the exact lunar new year date for your year.
Check your inputs carefully: an incorrect date can change a result. Dates and times are entered using your device settings, and no account is needed. For formal, legal, medical or financial purposes, verify the applicable local rules and official records.
Frequently asked questions
Are January birthdays always the same as their year animal?
No. Chinese New Year falls on a changing date, so January and early February birthdays need an exact lunar-calendar check.
Should I use this for medical or scientific decisions?
No. Fun comparisons are approximations and should not replace expert information.
Are the dates I enter uploaded?
No. AgeGlide calculates your results in your browser. Entered dates are not sent to our server for processing.