Year of the Rabbit, Chinese Zodiac 2023
Based on the Chinese zodiac, 2023 is the year of the rabbit. Other years of the Rabbit include 2011, 1999, 1987, 1975, 1963, 1951, 1939… If you were born in one of the years, then your Chinese zodiac sign is the Rabbit.
What is a Rabbit Year?
The Chinese zodiac is a continuous cycle of 12 years, each year is represented by a zodiac animal. It was based on astrology and was used as a way to count years and hours in the Chinese lunar calendar in ancient times.
The Rabbit ranks fourth in this twelve-year cycle of Chinese zodiac animals. The 12 zodiac animals are (in order): Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig. 2022 is the Year of the Tiger. 2023 is the Year of the Rabbit.
Years of the Rabbit: 2023, 1999, 1987, 1975, 1963...
In the Chinese zodiac, the Year of the Rabbit comes every 12 years as a cycle. The Chinese zodiac year begins with the Chinese New Year. Which means it begins in late January or early February.
According to Chinese astrology, each zodiac year is associated with one of the five elements: Gold (Metal), Wood, Water, Fire, or Earth. 2023 is the Year of the water rabbit. A Water rabbit year comes every 60 years.
Rabbit Years and Elements
| Rabbit Years | Birth Dates | Elements |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 22 Jan 2023 - 9 Feb 2024 | Water Rabbit |
| 2011 | 3 Feb 2011 - 22 Jan 2012 | Gold Rabbit |
| 1999 | 16 Feb 1999 - 4 Feb 2000 | Earth Rabbit |
| 1987 | 29 Jan 1987 - 16 Feb 1988 | Fire Rabbit |
| 1975 | 11 Feb 1975 - 30 Jan 1976 | Wood Rabbit |
| 1963 | 25 Jan 1963 - 12 Feb 1964 | Water Rabbit |
| 1951 | 6 Feb 1951 - 26 Jan 1952 | Gold Rabbit |
| 1939 | 19 Feb 1939 - 7 Feb 1940 | Earth Rabbit |
Chinese Zodiac Sign Calculator
As the Chinese zodiac sign is calculated based on the lunar calendar, you will have to find out your lunar birthdates to find out your zodiac animal sign. Use the Chinese Zodiac calculator below to find out your zodiac sign and element.
What is Zodiac Rabbits' Personality?
Generally speaking, people born in Rabbit Years appear to be quiet, gentle, and elegant. People may have an illusion of thinking they are relatively weak, but in fact, rabbit people have very strong willpower. They have their own ideas and will work hard to pursue their goals.
People born in the Year of Rabbit are friendly and kind-hearted. They seldom offend others or argue with others. Rabbit people may not become powerful leaders like the tiger people, but they really are good friends.
Female Rabbits' Characteristics
With a kind and tender heart, female rabbits are approachable and have many friends. However, rabbit people are too soft with friends and children which makes them get hurt easily. Thanks to their sensitive characteristic, rabbit people are born artists.
Female rabbits are sensitive, they don't like to be constrained in a relationship. They don't fall in love with anyone easily. Once female rabbits fall in love with someone, they will set all their mind on their love. Because of their character, they are popular among many males. Above all, female rabbits value their families very much.
Male Rabbits' Characteristics
Almost all male rabbits were born with the same shortcoming – they have no ambition. They are sometimes very timid and lack security, which is possible because they are longing for a comfortable life. This characteristic makes male rabbits family-type people, they are fond of cooking, cleaning, mowing the lawn, and much other housework. They like to live a stable life with their lovers.
Characteristics of Five Elements of Rabbit's
In Chinese elements theory, there are five elements: Gold (Metal), Water, Wood, Fire, and Earth. Each zodiac year is associated with an element. Years with the same animal sign and element repeat every 60 years.
Chinese people believed that personal characteristics are associated with the birth of animal signs and elements. People born with different animal signs and elements will have different personalities.
1. Gold Rabbit (born in 1951 or 2011)
People born in the year of gold rabbit are enthusiastic and kind and have a good relationship with other people. They don’t like ruthless competition, so it is not easy for them to make friends with people who are eager for quick success and instant benefit.
2. Wood Rabbit (born in 1915 or 1975)
1975 is the Year of the Rabbit with the wood element. People born in the year of wood rabbits are smart and resourceful. They think highly of relationships. Sometimes they are emotional.
3. Water Rabbits (born in 1963 or 2023)
Though water rabbits are gentle and soft, they are persistent. People born in the year of water rabbit can easily adapt to different environments.
4. Fire Rabbits (born in 1927 or 1987)
1987 and 1927 are the Year of the Rabbit with the fire element. Fire rabbits are broad-minded. They are not only good at finding talents but also good at cultivating talents. People born in the year of fire rabbit are suited to be teachers.
People with zodiac Rabbit born in 1987 have soft and gentle personalities.
5. Earth Rabbits (born in 1939 or 1999)
Earth rabbits are domineering and have a high demand for work. Their impulsive temperament regularly got them into difficulties.
- Read more on Five Elements with Zodiac Rabbit.
Rabbits' Personalities by the Month of Birth
Different characteristics may show up according to the month of birth.
| Month | Personality |
|---|---|
| January | Kind-hearted, sincere, enthusiastic, and condident |
| February | Conservative, sometimes stubborn |
| March | Smart, hard-working, have good fortune |
| April | Gentle, elegant, and intelligent |
| May | Kind-hearted, helpful, lively, and blunt |
| June | Talented, upstanding, and discreet |
| July | Self-reliant, rational and calm; sometimes too cautious |
| August | Brave, generous, lively |
| September | Sometimes decisive sometimes indecisive, don't like competition |
| October | Independent, like to spend time alone |
| November | Conservative, easy-going, and integrate |
| December | Confident, independent, and optimistic |
Rabbit's 2022 Horoscope Predictions
No matter how good or bad predictions for Rabbits in 2022 are, or what type of Rabbit you are, you don't need to take it too seriously. It is for reference only, just like western astrology.
Rabbit’s Health in 2022
In the first half of 2022, rabbit people may suffer from nervous system disease because of their unstable mood. During this period, they are weak and can't even do anything with energy.
The best way to solve this problem is to keep healthy and stay positive, for example, keep a balanced diet and do not stay up late. In the latter half of 2022, rabbit people’s health will get better.
Rabbit’s Career Predictions in 2022
It is a good year for Rabbits' careers in 2022. Rabbit people will have some good chances at work and meet new challenges. These attempts definitely improve their workability rapidly.
For some reason, rabbits may not get a promotion soon this year. But don’t worry, every effort will pay off later.
Rabbit’s Finance Fortune in 2022
Rabbit people should make good use of their money this year. They should avoid risky investments, but if there is a proper chance to invest, they should seize the opportunity. The most important thing is that Rabbits should save money for unexpected needs. They must not believe anyone who tells them to invest easily. Before lending money to other people, they should think twice to avoid financial loss.
Rabbit’s Relationship Horoscope in 2022
For a single person, it is a pleasant time for them to find the right partner. But you should always guard against the harm others might do. Make friends with strangers carefully in case you are cheated by bad guys.
For married people or lovers, they should keep good communication with their partners and give more courage to help their partners to get through this tough time. Otherwise, they were likely to lose heart.
- Continue to read more details on Rabbits' Fortune Predictions in 2022.
Rabbit's Compatibility
Having a sensitive and tender heart, rabbit people look for supportive partners. Below are the best matches for rabbits.
Best Match with Rabbit: Goat, Pig
Rabbit people and goat people are both soft and kind. They will tolerate each other and enjoy married life.
Pig people and rabbit people share a lot in common. They both are family-type and don’t like schemes, so they get along great with each other.
Worst Match with Rabbit: Dragon
Dragons and Rabbits won't get along well. Rabbit people are sensitive and easily feel insecure. They rely on certainty and look for full support from their partners. However, people born in the year of the dragon are aggressive and self-centered. They are likely to overlook others’ feelings which the rabbit people cannot stand.
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Chinese Zodiac Rabbit's Best Jobs
People with the Chinese zodiac Rabbit have a wide range of interests. They have a sharp sense of art and a rational attitude towards life. They often show their talents and creativity in arts, literature, music, and fine arts. Careers related to these areas are suitable for them.
In addition to the jobs that are related to art, works that require carefulness, patience, and good observation are also suitable for people with the Chinese zodiac Rabbit.
Best jobs for people with the Rabbit sign: teacher, artist, writer, priest, judge, police, musician, and accountant.
How to Get Lucky in 2022 for Rabbit People?
2022 is a good year for people born in the year of the rabbit. However, rabbit people will encounter Ben Ming Nian (one's birth sign year) in 2023. So, be careful at the end of 2022. Follow the lucky things and avoid these unlucky, it may help you enter the coming year smoothly.
Rabbit's Lucky Things
- Lucky Numbers: 3, 7, 9
- Lucky Colors: purple, pink
- Lucky Direction: west
Rabbit's Unlucky Things
- Unlucky Numbers: 1, 6, 8
- Unlucky Colors: white, yellow
- Unlucky Direction: north
Famous People Born in the Year of the Rabbit
- Maria Sharapova (Russian professional tennis player): born 19 April 1987
- Tiger Woods (American professional golfer): born 30 December 1975
- Michael Jordan (American professional basketball player): born 17 February 1963
- Samuel Doe (Liberian leader): born 6 May 1951
- Queen Victoria (Queen of the United Kingdom): born 24 May 1819
Introduction to the 12 Zodiac Animals
Listed below are all the 12 zodiac animals with detailed information, check out which animal sign you belong to and get lucky in 2022!