What years are Years of the Rooster?

Recent Rooster years include 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017, and 2029. The cycle repeats every 12 years.

What element is associated with the Rooster?

The Rooster belongs to the Metal element in the fixed (base) sense. However, each specific Rooster year also carries a rotating element — Metal, Water, Wood, Fire, or Earth — cycling over a 60-year period.

Who is most compatible with the Rooster?

The Rooster is most compatible with the Ox, Dragon, and Snake. These pairings share complementary values of diligence and ambition. The Rooster is least compatible with the Rabbit.

What are the lucky numbers for the Rooster?

Lucky numbers for the Rooster are 5, 7, and 8. Lucky colors are gold, brown, and yellow. The lucky flower is the gladiola and cockscomb, and the lucky direction is south and southeast.

What time of day is ruled by the Rooster?

The Rooster rules the hours from 5 PM to 7 PM (the tenth earthly branch, You). This is the hour when roosters traditionally return to roost, reflecting the sign's punctual and orderly nature.

What are the main personality traits of a Rooster?

Rooster natives are observant, hardworking, courageous, and honest. They are meticulous perfectionists who value punctuality and organization, but can also be vain, critical, and blunt to the point of seeming harsh.

Is the Rooster a Metal sign?

Yes, Metal is the Rooster's fixed element. This reflects the sign's sharp, precise nature — like a blade, the Rooster cuts through disorder with discipline, clarity, and an eye for detail.

Year of the Rooster Info

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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

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