1909 Chinese Zodiac: Year of the Rooster

Learn what Chinese zodiac sign 1909 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 1909

Zodiac sign

Rooster

Chinese New Year date

January 22

Five element

Earth

Cycle position

10 of 12

1909 Year of the Rooster Meaning

In Chinese astrology, 1909 belongs to the Rooster branch. People born on or after January 22 in 1909 are usually counted as Rooster.

If born before January 22, 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: 1909 Chinese Zodiac

What Chinese zodiac is 1909?

1909 is the Year of the Rooster.

What element is 1909 in Chinese zodiac?

1909 is a Earth Rooster year in the sexagenary cycle.

How do I check January or February birthdays for 1909?

Compare the birthday with January 22. Before that date is usually Monkey year.