1893 Chinese Zodiac: Year of the Snake

Learn what Chinese zodiac sign 1893 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 1893

Zodiac sign

Snake

Chinese New Year date

late January or February

Five element

Water

Cycle position

6 of 12

1893 Year of the Snake Meaning

In Chinese astrology, 1893 belongs to the Snake branch. People born on or after late January or February in 1893 are usually counted as Snake.

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

Read the full Snake profile

Snake Compatibility

Traditional matching often lists these pairs for Snake:

  • Best matches: Ox, Rooster
  • Challenging matches: Pig, Tiger
View complete Chinese zodiac compatibility chart

Other Snake Years

Years in the same 12-year cycle:

FAQ: 1893 Chinese Zodiac

What Chinese zodiac is 1893?

1893 is the Year of the Snake.

What element is 1893 in Chinese zodiac?

1893 is a Water Snake year in the sexagenary cycle.

How do I check January or February birthdays for 1893?

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