1847 Chinese Zodiac: Year of the Goat

Learn what Chinese zodiac sign 1847 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 1847

Zodiac sign

Goat

Chinese New Year date

late January or February

Five element

Fire

Cycle position

8 of 12

1847 Year of the Goat Meaning

In Chinese astrology, 1847 belongs to the Goat branch. People born on or after late January or February in 1847 are usually counted as Goat.

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

Read the full Goat profile

Goat Compatibility

Traditional matching often lists these pairs for Goat:

  • Best matches: Rabbit, Pig
  • Challenging matches: Ox, Rat
View complete Chinese zodiac compatibility chart

Other Goat Years

Years in the same 12-year cycle:

FAQ: 1847 Chinese Zodiac

What Chinese zodiac is 1847?

1847 is the Year of the Goat.

What element is 1847 in Chinese zodiac?

1847 is a Fire Goat year in the sexagenary cycle.

How do I check January or February birthdays for 1847?

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