1996 Chinese Zodiac: Year of the Rat
Everything you need to know about people born in 1996 โ personality traits, compatibility, fortune, and more.
โ ๏ธ Important: Were You Born in January or February 1996?
The Chinese zodiac year doesn't start on January 1st. It begins on Chinese New Year, which in 1996 falls on February 19.
You are a ๐ท Pig (1995)
You are a ๐ Rat (1996)
๐ 1996 Rat Personality Traits
People born in the Year of the Rat (1996) are known for being:
Rats are quick-witted and resourceful. They excel at finding solutions and adapting to new situations.
Read full Rat personality guide โ๐ 1996 Rat Compatibility
Find out which zodiac signs are most compatible with people born in 1996.
โ Best Matches
โ Challenging Matches
๐ Other Rat Years
The Rat appears every 12 years in the Chinese zodiac cycle. People born in these years share the same zodiac sign:
๐ Nearby Years
โ Frequently Asked Questions About 1996
What Chinese zodiac is 1996?
1996 is the Year of the Rat in the Chinese zodiac. The Rat is the 1st animal in the 12-year zodiac cycle.
What are the personality traits of someone born in 1996?
People born in 1996 (Year of the Rat) are typically intelligent, resourceful, charming. They are known for their intelligent nature.
Is 1996 a lucky year for Rat?
In Chinese astrology, your zodiac year (ๆฌๅฝๅนด) is considered a year of challenges and opportunities. 1996-born individuals should be mindful during Rat years.
What element is 1996 in Chinese zodiac?
1996 is a Fire Rat year. The five elements (Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, Water) cycle every 2 years, adding another layer to zodiac personalities.
Who is compatible with 1996 Rat?
Rat people born in 1996 are most compatible with Dragon and Monkey. They may face challenges with Horse and Goat.