1966 Chinese Zodiac: Year of the Horse
Learn what Chinese zodiac sign 1966 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 1966
Zodiac sign
Horse
Chinese New Year date
January 21
Five element
Fire
Cycle position
7 of 12
1966 Year of the Horse Meaning
In Chinese astrology, 1966 belongs to the Horse branch. People born on or after January 21 in 1966 are usually counted as Horse.
If born before January 21, the sign is usually Snake.
Read the full Horse profileHorse Compatibility
Traditional matching often lists these pairs for Horse:
- Best matches: Tiger, Dog
- Challenging matches: Rat, Ox
Other Horse Years
Years in the same 12-year cycle:
FAQ: 1966 Chinese Zodiac
What Chinese zodiac is 1966?
1966 is the Year of the Horse.
What element is 1966 in Chinese zodiac?
1966 is a Fire Horse year in the sexagenary cycle.
How do I check January or February birthdays for 1966?
Compare the birthday with January 21. Before that date is usually Snake year.