1638 Chinese Zodiac: Year of the Tiger

Learn what Chinese zodiac sign 1638 is, plus Chinese New Year date, element, personality themes, and compatibility.

Chinese zodiac uses Chinese New Year boundaries. January and early February birthdays may belong to the previous zodiac year.

Quick Facts for 1638

Zodiac sign

Tiger

Chinese New Year date

late January or February

Five element

Earth

Cycle position

3 of 12

1638 Year of the Tiger Meaning

In Chinese astrology, 1638 belongs to the Tiger branch. People born on or after late January or February in 1638 are usually counted as Tiger.

If born before late January or February, the sign is usually Ox.

Read the full Tiger profile

Tiger Compatibility

Traditional matching often lists these pairs for Tiger:

  • Best matches: Horse, Dog
  • Challenging matches: Monkey, Snake
View complete Chinese zodiac compatibility chart

Other Tiger Years

Years in the same 12-year cycle:

FAQ: 1638 Chinese Zodiac

What Chinese zodiac is 1638?

1638 is the Year of the Tiger.

What element is 1638 in Chinese zodiac?

1638 is a Earth Tiger year in the sexagenary cycle.

How do I check January or February birthdays for 1638?

Compare the birthday with late January or February. Before that date is usually Ox year.