Year of the Rooster Info
Explore the Chinese Zodiac Rooster: personality traits, lucky numbers and colors, compatibility with all 12 signs, Rooster years from 1933 to 2029, and a birth-year checker.
Rooster at a Glance
Position in Cycle
10th of 12
Fixed Element
Metal
Yin / Yang
Yin
Ruling Hours
5 PM – 7 PM
Lucky Numbers
5, 7, 8
Lucky Colors
Gold, Brown, Yellow
Lucky Flower
Gladiola, Cockscomb
Lucky Direction
South, Southeast
Gemstone
Topaz
Season
Autumn
Best Match
Ox, Dragon, Snake
Worst Match
Rabbit
Personality Traits
Strengths
Weaknesses
Famous People Born in Rooster Years
Compatibility with All 12 Signs
Excellent
Good
Neutral
Challenging
Rooster Years (1933 – 2029)
| Year | Element | Start Date | End Date |
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Birth-Year Checker
Enter a birth year to find out which Chinese zodiac sign it belongs to.
Summary
Explore the Chinese Zodiac Rooster: personality traits, lucky numbers and colors, compatibility with all 12 signs, Rooster years from 1933 to 2029, and a birth-year checker.
How it works
- Read the at-a-glance panel for core Rooster attributes (element, ruling hours, lucky numbers, etc.).
- Browse the personality trait cards to understand Rooster strengths and weaknesses.
- Consult the compatibility grid to see how the Rooster pairs with every other Chinese zodiac sign.
- Check the Rooster years table to find the exact year and its ruling element.
- Use the birth-year checker at the bottom to instantly confirm whether a year belongs to the Rooster.
Use cases
- Quickly confirm whether a birth year is a Year of the Rooster.
- Understand the personality strengths and weaknesses of Rooster natives.
- Find lucky numbers, colors, and gems associated with the Rooster sign.
- Explore compatibility between the Rooster and all 12 Chinese zodiac signs.
- Identify the elemental variation (Metal Rooster, Water Rooster, etc.) for any given year.
- Learn which famous historical figures and celebrities were born in Rooster years.
- Share Chinese zodiac facts with friends or use them in presentations.
- Study Chinese astrology basics using a structured reference page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last updated: 2026-06-24 ·
Reviewed by Nham Vu