1990 Chinese Zodiac: Year of the Horse
Learn what Chinese zodiac sign 1990 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 1990
Zodiac sign
Horse
Chinese New Year date
January 27
Five element
Metal
Cycle position
7 of 12
1990 Year of the Horse Meaning
In Chinese astrology, 1990 belongs to the Horse branch. People born on or after January 27 in 1990 are usually counted as Horse.
If born before January 27, 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: 1990 Chinese Zodiac
What Chinese zodiac is 1990?
1990 is the Year of the Horse.
What element is 1990 in Chinese zodiac?
1990 is a Metal Horse year in the sexagenary cycle.
How do I check January or February birthdays for 1990?
Compare the birthday with January 27. Before that date is usually Snake year.