Year of the Rooster

The Rooster ranks the 10th among the animals of the Chinese zodiac. Recent years of the Rooster include 2017, 2005, 1993, 1981, 1969, 1957, 1945...The next Rooster year is 2029.
In Chinese culture, the Rooster is often regarded as a symbol of perseverance, hard work, punctuality, timekeeping, and being alert.
People born in the year of Rooster are usually self-assured, confident, and ambitious. They display dedication and discipline towards their tasks, often striving for excellence in whatever they do
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· Rooster Years
· Horoscope 2026
· Roosters' Personality
· Lucky/Unlucky Things for Roosters
· Roosters' Love Compatibility
· Build Relationships with Roosters
· Best Suited Careers for Roosters
Find Out if You Were Born in a Rooster Year
Most recent years of the Rooster are 2017, 2005, 1993, 1981, 1969, 1957, 1945...
If you were born in one of the above calendar years, your Chinese zodiac sign is probably the Rooster, and in China you would be known as a Rooster.
However, the Chinese zodiac year is usually said to start from Chinese New Year, which ranges from late January to mid-February. Therefore, if you were born in January or February in one of the above years, you might be a Rooster, or possibly an Monkey.
Additionally, if you were born in January/February in one of the years immediately following those above (2018, 2006, 1994, 1982, etc.), then you may be a Rooster or a Dog.
You can use our "Find Your Chinese Zodiac Sign" tool to find your zodiac animal sign or see the table below.
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Rooster Years
Date
Element
1933
January 26, 1933 – February 13, 1934
Water Rooster
1945
February 13, 1945 – February 1, 1946
Wood Rooster
1957
January 31, 1957 – February 17, 1958
Fire Rooster
1969
February 17, 1969 – February 5, 1970
Earth rooster
1981
February 5, 1981 – January 24, 1982
Gold rooster
1993
January 23, 1993 – February 9, 1994
Water Rooster
2005
February 9, 2005 – January 28, 2006
Wood Rooster
2017
January 28, 2017 – February 15, 2018
Fire Rooster
2029
February 13, 2029 – February 2, 2030
Earth Rooster
Roosters Horoscope Predictions for 2026
In your daily life, you tend to be positive and ambitious, with a strong sense of self and capability. However, your soft heart can sometimes lead to significant setbacks later in life.
· Career: In 2026, you might come across as quite laid-back, without an indifferent attitude towards tasks. You may face passive competition, but with encouragement from leaders and colleagues, you can challenge yourself and embrace new opportunities. If you originally held an administrative position, you might be moved to sales or public relations, where your personal abilities will be unleashed, and your business skills will improve significantly. You'll be able to contribute to your company's success and gain recognition and promotion.
· Wealth: Your financial situation in 2026 is expected to improve. Your regular income prospects look promising, with a chance of salary increases and various bonuses. Entrepreneurs among you will see substantial profits, especially those in industries related to women, allowing you to achieve financial independence with ease.
· Love: In 2026, you'll experience new developments in your love life. You might meet your true match and, if single, find a compatible partner. The mutual affection can lead to a romantic relationship. If you're married, you'll become more independent at work, gaining respect and a stronger voice in your relationship, leading to changes and an elevated status.
· Health: With new achievements in career and wealth in 2026, you'll gain significant mental support and feel energized. Even if work is busy, you won't feel overly tired. If you've had unstable health, you might experience a full recovery. You'll be in high spirits but should still pay attention to your health, maintain a regular routine, and develop good habits to ensure continued well-being.
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Rooster's Personality
People born in a year of the Rooster are very observant. Hardworking, resourceful, courageous, and talented, Roosters are very confident in themselves.
Roosters are always active, amusing, and popular within a crowd. They are usually talkative, outspoken, frank, open, honest, and loyal individuals. They like to be the center of attention and always appear attractive and beautiful.
Roosters are happiest when they are surrounded by others, whether at a party or just a social gathering. They enjoy the spotlight and will exhibit their charm on any occasion.
Most Roosters expect others to listen to them while they speak, and can become agitated if they don't.
Wood, Fire, Earth, Gold, and Water Roosters
In Chinese element theory, each zodiac sign is associated with one of the five elements: Gold (Metal), Wood, Water, Fire, or Earth. For example, a Wood Rooster comes once in a 60-year cycle.
It is theorized that a person's characteristics are decided by their birth year's zodiac animal sign and element. This means there are five types of Rooster, each with different characteristics:
Element of Rooster
Personality
Wood Rooster
Energetic, overconfident, tender, and unstable
Fire Rooster
Trustworthy, with a strong sense of timekeeping and responsibility at work
Earth Rooster
Lovely, generous, trustworth