The Rabbit: The Gentle Fourth Sign
兔 · tù — the 4th sign of the zodiac
Rabbit Personality
Gentle, intuitive, and artistic, Rabbits are the peacemakers of the zodiac. They possess refined taste and a strong aesthetic sense, and their tactful nature helps them avoid conflict. They value comfort, stability, and close-knit relationships.
Love & Relationships
Rabbits are tender and considerate partners who create harmonious homes. They are most compatible with Goats, Pigs, and Dogs; Rats, Dragons, and Roosters may test their patience.
Career & Money
Rabbits flourish in creative and people-oriented fields — design, writing, diplomacy, and education. Their calm judgment and eye for detail make them trusted advisors and collaborators.
Rabbit Birth Years
The Rabbit year runs from one Chinese New Year to the next, not from January 1. Use the exact lunar ranges below to confirm your sign.
| Year | Lunar Year Range |
|---|---|
| 2023 | Jan 22, 2023 – Feb 10, 2024 |
| 2011 | Feb 3, 2011 – Jan 23, 2012 |
| 1999 | Feb 16, 1999 – Feb 5, 2000 |
| 1987 | Jan 29, 1987 – Feb 17, 1988 |
| 1975 | Feb 11, 1975 – Jan 31, 1976 |
| 1963 | Jan 25, 1963 – Feb 13, 1964 |
Born between Jan 1 and the Chinese New Year? Use the calculator with your full birth date for a precise result.
Your Birth Year Element
Your animal sign stays the same for life, but each birth year also carries its own heavenly-stem element — Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, or Water. A 2011 Fire Rabbit and a 2023 Water Rabbit share the same sign, yet the element shapes how that nature shows up in personality and fortune.
| Birth Year | Element | Trait Focus |
|---|---|---|
| 1963 | 癸 · Water | Intuitive, flexible, persuasive |
| 1975 | 乙 · Wood | Creative, generous, idealistic |
| 1987 | 丁 · Fire | Passionate, energetic, adventurous |
| 1999 | 己 · Earth | Practical, stable, nurturing |
| 2011 | 辛 · Metal | Strong, determined, independent |
| 2023 | 癸 · Water | Intuitive, flexible, persuasive |
The stem-and-branch cycle repeats every 60 years. For a deeper look at how your element shapes your year, month, day, and hour of birth, try the BaZi Calculator or explore the five elements in detail.
Rabbit — 2026 Horoscope
A harmonious year for the Rabbit. Prioritize self-care and family; financial stability comes through cautious planning.
2026 is the Year of the Fire Horse, which begins February 17, 2026. For deeper annual guidance covering career, love, health, and wealth, explore the full 2026 horoscope guide or calculate your personal BaZi chart.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the birth years of the Rabbit sign?
Rabbits are born in 1915, 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011, 2023. In lunar calendar terms, the most recent Rabbit years run Jan 22, 2023 – Feb 10 and Feb 3, 2011 – Jan 23. If you were born in January or February, check the exact Chinese New Year date — your sign may belong to the previous year.
What element is the Rabbit in the Chinese zodiac?
The Rabbit is a Wood sign (Yin). Wood people are generally creative, generous, idealistic. The element combines with your animal to refine your personality: for example, a Wood Rabbit has a distinct temperament compared to Water Rabbits born in other cycles.
Who is the Rabbit most compatible with?
Traditionally, the Rabbit matches best with Goat, Pig, Dog. Relationships with Rat, Rooster, Dragon may require more effort but can still thrive with understanding and compromise.
Is the Rabbit lucky in 2026?
For Rabbits, 2026 (the Fire Horse year) brings mixed energy. A harmonious year for the Rabbit. Prioritize self-care and family; financial stability comes through cautious planning. For a sign-specific reading, combine this general guidance with your exact birth date using our BaZi Calculator.
What does the Rabbit sign symbolize?
In Chinese culture, the Rabbit represents peace, elegance, and good luck. 兔 (tù) is the fourth sign of the 12-year cycle.