1846 Chinese Zodiac: Year of the Horse

Learn what Chinese zodiac sign 1846 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 1846

Zodiac sign

Horse

Chinese New Year date

late January or February

Five element

Fire

Cycle position

7 of 12

1846 Year of the Horse Meaning

In Chinese astrology, 1846 belongs to the Horse branch. People born on or after late January or February in 1846 are usually counted as Horse.

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

Read the full Horse profile

Horse Compatibility

Traditional matching often lists these pairs for Horse:

  • Best matches: Tiger, Dog
  • Challenging matches: Rat, Ox
View complete Chinese zodiac compatibility chart

Other Horse Years

Years in the same 12-year cycle:

FAQ: 1846 Chinese Zodiac

What Chinese zodiac is 1846?

1846 is the Year of the Horse.

What element is 1846 in Chinese zodiac?

1846 is a Fire Horse year in the sexagenary cycle.

How do I check January or February birthdays for 1846?

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