1861 Chinese Zodiac: Year of the Rooster

Learn what Chinese zodiac sign 1861 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 1861

Zodiac sign

Rooster

Chinese New Year date

late January or February

Five element

Metal

Cycle position

10 of 12

1861 Year of the Rooster Meaning

In Chinese astrology, 1861 belongs to the Rooster branch. People born on or after late January or February in 1861 are usually counted as Rooster.

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

Read the full Rooster profile

Rooster Compatibility

Traditional matching often lists these pairs for Rooster:

  • Best matches: Ox, Snake
  • Challenging matches: Rabbit, Dog
View complete Chinese zodiac compatibility chart

Other Rooster Years

Years in the same 12-year cycle:

FAQ: 1861 Chinese Zodiac

What Chinese zodiac is 1861?

1861 is the Year of the Rooster.

What element is 1861 in Chinese zodiac?

1861 is a Metal Rooster year in the sexagenary cycle.

How do I check January or February birthdays for 1861?

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