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Chinese Zodiac Calculator
Find the Chinese zodiac animal, five-element stem and Yin or Yang using the Chinese calendar year.
Dates are calculated in this browser and are never sent to MW SysArc.
Your result
How it is calculated
The animal and element follow the Chinese calendar year, whose boundary falls around January or February—not January 1.
Privacy and appropriate use
The calculation runs locally and does not upload or store birth dates. Results are cultural and entertainment classifications, not professional advice or evidence for decisions about another person.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the Chinese zodiac do?
Find the Chinese zodiac animal, five-element stem and Yin or Yang using the Chinese calendar year.
Does MW SysArc receive or store what I enter?
No. The calculation runs locally in your browser. MW SysArc does not receive or store your calculation inputs.
How should I use the result?
The result describes traditions and conventions for personal exploration and entertainment. It should not be used for medical, financial, employment or relationship decisions.
Last reviewed 2026-07-14. Calculations tested 2026-07-14.