Chinese Zodiac 2025: What Does Your Sign Say About You?
2025: The Year of the Wood Snake and Your Zodiac Sign
The Chinese animal signs are a 12-year cycle used for dating the years. They represent a cyclical concept of time, rather than the western linear concept of time. The lunar calendar is based on the cycles of the moon and is constructed in a different fashion than the western solar calendar.
In the lunar calendar, the beginning of the year falls somewhere between late January and early February. The Chinese adopted the western calendar in 1911, but the lunar calendar is still used for festive occasions, such as Lunar New Year.
A popular folk method which reflected this cyclical method of recording years are the twelve animal signs. Every year is assigned an animal name or “sign” according to a repeating cycle: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Sheep, Monkey, Rooster, Dog and Pig. Therefore, the same animal’s name or “sign” would reappear every twelve years. The essence and Spirit of each animal helps us to see one angle of who we are. Since all of the signs are connected, all signs can learn from and influence one another.
We’re about to enter the Year of the Wood Snake. Of all the animals in the zodiac, Snake is the wisest. Snakes are also naturally flexible, confident, self-aware, cunning, and intense. Their determination will go a long way in helping all other signs find success in their many ventures this year.
Read on to see how your animal sign will fare in 2025!
Rat
1912, 1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008, 2020
People born in the Year of the Rat are intelligent, energetic, creative, charming, resourceful, thrifty, and above all, extremely organized. Ambitious Rats are likely to be perfectionists. They work hard to achieve their goals and acquire possessions, and are often very successful. They love to gossip and have a tendency to get easily angered. But when a Rat takes a risk, it usually pays off. Quick-witted Rat can be sly and is usually able to devise clever ways to get out of predicaments.
Rat in 2024
Rats always thinks about the future. By preparing in advance, Rats ensure they will always have what they need. Regardless of what they face in life, Rats are fearless. Their clever nature allows them to turn any situation into a positive. Throughout 2024, Wood Dragon’s influence reminded Rats of their flexible nature and helped them to have more faith in their decisions.
Rat in 2025
The continuation of the Wood element gives Rats an energetic push to deepen their own intuition. If Rats can grab hold of Snake’s flexibility and apply it to their lives this year, Rats will take their success to an even higher level. For Rats, their motto this year should be “Patience makes perfect.” A healthy dose of patience, paired with Rat’s Their quick thinking paired with Snake’s flexibility and a healthy dose of patience opens Rats to see and experience new perspectives and understand differing points of view. Snake’s guidance and influence could be just what Rat needs to open themselves up to the opportunity of a lifetime in 2025.
Ox
1913, 1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009, 2021
People born in the Year of the Ox are reliable, loyal, and hardworking. They are modest and cautious, and often keep their emotions bottled up. Patience is one of their key attributes, and they often inspire confidence in others; however, they are known for their stubbornness and become very set in their ways once they decide on a course of action. Although they are not big talkers, Oxen are quite eloquent when they take the risk. On the flip side, they tend to be eccentric and easily angered, and hate to fail or be opposed.
Ox in 2024
Throughout 2024, the Dragon’s flexibility helped Oxen shift their stubborn ways, giving them the opportunity to develop a greater sense of self-awareness, take risks, and listen more attentively. Dragon’s leadership helped Oxen transform weakness into strength and appreciate the people around them.
Ox in 2025
Responsibility and consistency are two key characteristics of Ox. When paired with Snake’s wise decision making, Oxen have the opportunity to create a harmonious and successful professional environment, which could lead to some prosperous outcomes. However, people born in the Year of the Ox have a tendency to be bullish and overly assertive, which could threaten their ability to compromise in tough situations. Adopting Snake’s flexibility will help Ox find success in both personal and professional relationships.
Tiger
1914, 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010, 2022
People born in the Year of the Tiger are charming, magnetic, unpredictable, adventurous, strong, trustworthy, and independent. Historically, these natural-born leaders were held on a pedestal and viewed in the same light as emperors. Tigers often do what they please, sometimes to the detriment of those around them, yet people still flock to their sides. They tend to be intelligent, yet arrogant, and like to show off their many accomplishments.
Tiger in 2024
When paired with the Dragon’s mysterious nature, Tigers were able to use their flexible and independent qualities to create a unique transformation. Dragon taught Tigers to control their unpredictable nature and patiently wait for the right time and place to show their strength.
Tiger in 2025
Tigers are more than just brave; they are larger than life. When faced with challenges, Tigers often approach a situation—even risky ones—head on with the utmost confidence. Although Snake and Tiger often disagree, which could lead to some tense moments throughout the year, Snake will encourage Tiger to persevere and view any defeats they may encounter as stepping stones on the road to greatness.
Rabbit
1915, 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011, 2023
People born in the Year of the Rabbit are gentle, caring, creative, and playful, yet conservative. In business, Rabbits are talented and conscientious, and seldom lose their temper. While fond of gossip, Rabbits are trusted and admired for their tact. Over the past few years, Rabbits found themselves lucky in love and business; the same good fortunes will continue this year. While Rabbits are most compatible with Dog, Pig, and Sheep, their kind and nurturing nature draws many people near. Self-care is a priority for Rabbits, so they don’t over-extend and wear themselves too thin.
Rabbit in 2024
On their own, Rabbits are sweet and gentle. They are often not flexible enough to see future possibilities and potential. With Dragon’s influence throughout 2024, Rabbits had the opportunity to shift their perspectives and change their characteristics. Those who followed this path likely felt calmer and more peaceful as a result.
Rabbit in 2025
2025 is a year of great reflection for Rabbit. Their imaginative nature pairs nicely with Snake’s ability to start anew, giving Rabbit the incredible opportunity to continually create new and joyous events. Although Rabbits may have a negative outlook at times, they will surprise themselves and others with their newfound ability to put a positive spin on whatever they encounter.
Dragon
1916, 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012, 2024
People born in the Year of the Dragon are decisive, driven, confident, and charismatic. They are also short-tempered, stubborn, and easily excitable. They often seek out adventure and excitement, but through their honesty and bravery, Dragons inspire confidence and trust in others. Dragons are the luckiest animal in the zodiac, and a sign of mystery, flexibility, and transformation. They are also the most eccentric sign of the zodiac, and while they are often loud and prominent, Dragons tend to be soft-hearted, giving others room to take advantage.
Dragon in 2024
Dragons bring a mysterious intrigue to all other signs of the zodiac. They have the gift of experiencing both the visible and invisible sides of life. Throughout 2024—the Year of the Dragon—Dragons were able to push past obstacles and embrace change, even when risk was involved. All signs looked to Dragon as their teacher to help them experience life in a more flexible and profound manner. Their kind-hearted nature allowed all others to see the good in themselves.
Dragon in 2025
Although Dragon is handing the reins over to Snake, Dragon’s Spirit remains behind Snake this year. Dragon’s influence and power help propel Snake to a higher level of transformation. Although Dragon remains in the shadows, it does not need to fully support all of the signs this year. Therefore, Dragon’s focus can be on growing its own creativity, and opening the door to self-expression, new adventures, and exciting potential.
Snake
1917, 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013, 2025
People born in the Year of the Snake are wise, watchful, and tenacious. They are financially fortunate and never have to worry about money. Snakes say little and possess great wisdom. Although Snakes may seem cold at first, they are intense, passionate, and loving to those they get close to. Snakes have a negative quality, too—laziness. They also have a tendency to be quite vain, selfish, devious, and a bit stingy, yet they have tremendous sympathy for others and try to help those less fortunate. Snake people tend to overdo, since they have doubts about other people’s judgement and prefer to rely on themselves. Determined in whatever they do, Snakes hate to fail.
Snake in 2024
While Snakes are naturally flexible, the Wood Dragon’s influence allowed them to connect to their innate gifts. Snakes that tend to be stubborn had the opportunity to see how they were acting against their nature. They were able to discover their innate capabilities and exercise this flexibility in how they moved, thought, interacted with, and responded to others.
Snake in 2025
2025 is the Year of the Snake! The Dragon’s incredible guiding Spirit remains behind Snake this year, adding an additional level of intrigue and power. Snake and Dragon are both flexible and transformative. While Dragon can transform reality, Snake can transform itself! It has the remarkable ability to shed its skin and create a new body—new life. All signs will benefit from Snake’s ability to begin anew. In addition, Snakes are very intelligent and strategic, while also being intuitive and introspective. This new leadership role will give Snakes the opportunity to reflect on their own strengths and weaknesses, as well as ways in which their qualities can benefit themselves and support those around them.
Horse
1918, 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014, 2026
People born in the Year of the Horse are driven, lively, independent, honest, and exuberant. They enjoy their freedom and look for unique forms of self-expression. Cheerful and skilled with money, Horses are popular and generally perceptive. However, they are also impatient and hot-blooded, and often disregard advice from others.
Horse in 2024
Horse and Dragon’s supportive relationship helped Horse to achieve great things in 2024. While Horse nurtured Dragon, Dragon in turn cheered on Horse. By embracing a little bit of Dragon’s mystery, Horse was able to overcome some challenges and stretch its horizons.
Horse in 2025
With Snake at the helm, Horses are in for a lucky year! Wise and watchful Snake will encourage Horses to slow their impulsivity and act in a more strategic way. Horse will learn that patience often brings great rewards!
Sheep
1919, 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015
People born in the Year of the Sheep are idealistic, nurturing, sensitive, elegant, and kind. Sheep are also quietly persuasive and tend to hold their emotions. They are passionate about the arts and life in general, and always follow through with what they believe in.
Sheep in 2024
Sheep are limited in their outlook. Although they are not known for their flexibility, these qualities may be hidden inside them. With Dragon’s wisdom and guidance, Sheep can make the decision to pull out the best of themselves and develop their hidden intuition.
Sheep in 2025
Sheep are gentle and compassionate, but tend to overthink situations. Snake will encourage Sheep to delve inward and step into the future with greater awareness and creativity. While Sheep may want to rush into decisions, Snake will help them to have faith in themselves and take it one step at a time.
Monkey
1920, 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016
Clever, scheming, and playful, people born in the Year of the Monkey like to buck the system. Their inquisitive, fun-loving, and adaptable nature—paired with their engaging personality—helped them through some difficult times in the past. Monkeys are remarkably inventive and have the ability to solve the most difficult problems with ease. While they are successful in most, if not all, of their chosen ventures, they have a discerning habit of being too agreeable. Their impatience can leave them feeling discouraged and can cause them to abandon their projects. While strong-willed, Monkeys are quick to cool down and move past the issue at hand.
Monkey in 2024
While Monkey is physically flexible, their thought process does not always follow suit. In 2024, Dragon encouraged Monkey to look at situations from different angles. Instead of always looking for materialized things, Dragon helped Monkeys better understand the source of their Qi.
Monkey in 2025
Snake’s wise and patient nature will guide playful Monkey away from impulsiveness and encourage them to think through decisions. Monkey can be more strategic this year, using its cleverness to solve problems. By mid year, Monkeys may find that they are pushing past boundaries that now feel too confining in favor of new adventures.
Rooster
1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017
People born in the Year of the Rooster are reliable, honest, passionate, precise, efficient, and most notably, hardworking. These deep thinkers are capable and talented, and like to be kept busy at all times. Although they outwardly appear adventurous, Roosters are timid at heart, and often have a hard time maintaining quality relationships. They can be emotional at times and careless with money. Roosters can also be outspoken and appear selfish, but they always bring an interesting viewpoint. When they argue their position, they are most always correct.
Rooster in 2024
Roosters are an example of rising Earth energy. They already intuitively know and experience energy. Roosters faced some challenges in 2025, but Dragon’s mysterious lens gave them the opportunity to become flexible and see things differently.
Rooster in 2025
Rooster and Snake—two hardworking and intelligent signs—enhance each other’s gifts and natural tendencies this year. Roosters have tremendous opportunities for personal growth and professional success in 2025. Although Roosters often focus on the details, seeing the larger picture will help them achieve their larger goals.
Dog
1922, 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018
People born in the Year of the Dog possess the best traits of human nature, making them strong and efficient leaders that others admire greatly. Dogs are honest, empathetic, protective, affectionate, and creative. They have a deep sense of loyalty and inspire confidence in others. But Dogs are also selfish, stubborn, eccentric, and impetuous. They don’t care much about finances, but they always seem to be financially stable.
Dog in 2024
Dogs are sensitive and often worry about the needs and feelings of others. Throughout 2024, Dogs had the opportunity to learn how to use nature’s consciousness and energy to enhance their innate gifts.
Dog in 2025
Although 2025 may bring some challenges for Dogs, their resourcefulness will help them find solutions. While Dogs tend to use their instincts to protect those they love, Snake will encourage Dogs to think before acting, let go of worry, and embrace flexibility.
Pig
1923, 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, 2019
People born in the Year of the Pig are kind, honest, patient, generous, loyal, sociable, clever, and enduring. They take on projects with tremendous fortitude, honesty, and loyalty. Pigs have a small circle of friends, but these friends will stay beside them for life. With their great thirst for knowledge, Pigs are studious and well-informed. Still, Pigs do not like to debate and often shy away from arguments. While Pigs have an impulsive side, they always try their best to work out a problem quickly and efficiently, keeping kindness at the forefront.
Pig in 2024
Pigs are stubborn as well as very intelligent. They contain many gifts. Their motto is eat, sleep, enjoy life! Pigs that learned to embrace Dragon’s wisdom and flexibility were afforded many new opportunities in 2024.
Pig in 2025
Pigs and Snakes may clash a bit this year, placing Pig in some uncomfortable situations. Luckily, Pig will sail through these challenges with flying colors and come out more resilient. Snake will also encourage Pig to form new, lasting friendships and professional relationships that are built on trust, mutual respect, and a deep level of compassion.
January or February Birthdays
Chinese New Year falls between January 21st – February 20th each year. If your birthday falls in January or February, check the exact dates below to determine your animal sign. The listings below also detail the sign as it relates to one of the five elements in Nature: Metal, Wood, Water, Fire and Earth. Your element adds further meaning to your zodiac sign.
OX
January 24, 1925 to February 12, 1926 (wood)
February 11, 1937 to January 30, 1938 (fire)
January 29, 1949 to February 16, 1950 (earth)
February 15, 1961 to February 4, 1962 (metal)
February 3, 1973 to January 22, 1974 (water)
February 20, 1985 to February 8, 1986 (wood)
February 7, 1997 to January 27, 1998 (fire)
January 26, 2009 to February 13, 2010 (earth)
February 12, 2021 to January 31, 2022 (metal)
TIGER
January 25, 1914 to February 12, 1915 (wood)
February 13, 1926 to February 1, 1927 (fire)
January 31, 1938 to February 18, 1939 (earth)
February 17, 1950 to February 5, 1951 (metal)
February 5, 1962 to January 24, 1963 (water)
January 23, 1974 to February 10, 1975 (wood)
February 9, 1986 to January 28, 1987 (fire)
January 28, 1998 to February 15, 1999 (earth)
February 14, 2010 to February 2, 2011 (metal)
February 1, 2022 to January 21, 2023 (water)
RABBIT
February 13, 1915 to February 2, 1916 (wood)
February 2, 1927 to January 22, 1928 (fire)
February 19, 1939 to February 7, 1940 (earth)
February 1951 to January 26, 1952 (metal)
January 25, 1963 to February 12, 1964 (water)
February 11, 1975 to January 30, 1976 (wood)
January 29, 1987 to February 16, 1988 (fire)
February 16, 1999 to February 4, 2000 (earth)
February 3, 2011 to January 22, 2012 (metal)
January 22, 2023 to February 9, 2024 (water)
DRAGON
February 3, 1916 to January 22, 1917 (fire)
January 23, 1928 to February 9, 1929 (earth)
February 8, 1940 to January 26, 1941 (metal)
January 27, 1952 to February 13, 1953 (water)
February 13, 1964 to February 1, 1965 (wood)
January 31, 1976 to February 17, 1977 (fire)
February 17, 1988 to February 5, 1989 (earth)
February 5, 2000 to January 23, 2001 (metal)
January 23, 2012 to February 9, 2013 (water)
February 10, 2024 to January 28, 2025 (wood)
SNAKE
January 23, 1917 to February 10, 1918 (fire)
February 10, 1929 to January 29, 1930 (earth)
January 27, 1941 to February 14, 1942 (metal)
February 14, 1953 to February 2, 1954 (water)
February 2, 1965 to January 20, 1966 (wood)
February 18, 1977 to February 6, 1978 (fire)
February 6, 1989 to January 26 1990 (earth)
January 24, 2001 to February 11, 2002 (metal)
February 10, 2013 to January 30, 2014 (water)
January 29, 2025 to February 16, 2026 (wood)
HORSE
February 11, 1918 to January 31, 1919 (earth)
January 30, 1930 to February 16, 1931 (metal)
February 15, 1942 to February 4, 1943 (water)
February 3, 1954 to January 23, 1955 (wood)
January 21, 1966 to February 8, 1967 (fire)
February 7, 1978 to January 27, 1979 (earth)
January 27, 1990 to February 14, 1991 (metal)
February 12, 2002 to January 31, 2003 (water)
January 31, 2014 to February 18, 2015 (wood)
SHEEP
February 1, 1919 to February 19, 1920 (earth)
February 17, 1931 to February 5, 1932 (metal)
February 5, 1943 to January 24, 1944 (water)
January 24, 1955 to February 11, 1956 (wood)
February 9, 1967 to January 29, 1968 (fire)
January 28, 1979 to February 15, 1980 (earth)
February 15, 1991 to February 3, 1992 (metal)
February 1, 2003 to January 21, 2004 (water)
February 19, 2015 to February 7, 2016 (wood)
MONKEY
February 20, 1920 to February 7, 1921 (metal)
February 6, 1932 to January 25, 1933 (water)
January 25, 1944 to February 12, 1945 (wood)
February 12, 1956 to January 30, 1957 (fire)
January 30, 1968 to February 16, 1969 (earth)
February 16, 1980 to February 4, 1981 (metal)
February 4, 1992 to January 22, 1993 (water)
January 22, 2004 to February 8, 2005 (wood)
February 8, 2016 to January 27, 2017 (fire)
ROOSTER
February 8, 1921 to January 27, 1922 (metal)
January 26, 1933 to February 13, 1934 (water)
February 13, 1945 to February 1, 1946 (wood)
January 31, 1957 to February 17, 1958 (fire)
February 17, 1969 to February 5, 1970 (earth)
February 5, 1981 to January 24, 1982 (metal)
January 23, 1993 to February 9, 1994 (water)
February 9, 2005 to January 28, 2006 (wood)
January 28, 2017 to February 15, 2018 (fire)
DOG
January 28, 1922 to February 15, 1923 (water)
February 14, 1934 to February 3, 1935 (wood)
February 2, 1946 to January 21, 1947 (fire)
February 18, 1958 to February 7, 1959 (earth)
February 6, 1970 to January 26, 1971 (metal)
January 25, 1982 to February 12, 1983 (water)
February 10, 1994 to January 30, 1995 (wood)
January 29, 2006 to February 17, 2007 (fire)
February 16, 2018 to February 4, 2019 (earth)
PIG
February 16, 1923 to February 4, 1924 (water)
February 4, 1935 to January 23, 1936 (wood)
January 22, 1947 to February 9, 1948 (fire)
February 8, 1959 to January 27, 1960 (earth)
January 27, 1971 to February 14, 1972 (metal)
February 13, 1983 to February 1, 1984 (water)
January 31, 1994 to February 18, 1996 (wood)
February 18, 2007 to February 6, 2008 (fire)
February 5, 2019 to January 24, 2020 (earth)
RAT
February 5, 1924 to January 23, 1925 (wood)
January 24, 1936 to February 10, 1937 (fire)
February 10, 1948 to January 28, 1949 (earth)
January 28, 1960 to February 14, 1961 (metal)
February 15, 1972 to February 2, 1973 (water)
February 2, 1984 to February 19, 1985 (wood)
February 19, 1996 to February 6, 1997 (fire)
February 7, 2008 to January 25, 2009 (earth)
January 25, 2020 to February 11, 2021 (metal)
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