2014 Chinese Zodiac: Year of the Horse

Learn what Chinese zodiac sign 2014 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 2014

Zodiac sign

Horse

Chinese New Year date

January 31

Five element

Wood

Cycle position

7 of 12

2014 Year of the Horse Meaning

In Chinese astrology, 2014 belongs to the Horse branch. People born on or after January 31 in 2014 are usually counted as Horse.

If born before January 31, the sign is usually Snake.

Read the full Horse profile

Horse Compatibility

Traditional matching often lists these pairs for Horse:

  • Best matches: Tiger, Dog
  • Challenging matches: Rat, Ox
View complete Chinese zodiac compatibility chart

Other Horse Years

Years in the same 12-year cycle:

FAQ: 2014 Chinese Zodiac

What Chinese zodiac is 2014?

2014 is the Year of the Horse.

What element is 2014 in Chinese zodiac?

2014 is a Wood Horse year in the sexagenary cycle.

How do I check January or February birthdays for 2014?

Compare the birthday with January 31. Before that date is usually Snake year.