1978 Chinese Zodiac: Year of the Horse
Learn what Chinese zodiac sign 1978 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 1978
Zodiac sign
Horse
Chinese New Year date
February 7
Five element
Earth
Cycle position
7 of 12
1978 Year of the Horse Meaning
In Chinese astrology, 1978 belongs to the Horse branch. People born on or after February 7 in 1978 are usually counted as Horse.
If born before February 7, 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: 1978 Chinese Zodiac
What Chinese zodiac is 1978?
1978 is the Year of the Horse.
What element is 1978 in Chinese zodiac?
1978 is a Earth Horse year in the sexagenary cycle.
How do I check January or February birthdays for 1978?
Compare the birthday with February 7. Before that date is usually Snake year.