Chinese Age Calculator – Discover Your Lunar Age
In Chinese tradition, age is calculated differently from the West. This Chinese Age Calculator uses your Gregorian date of birth to determine your lunar age and zodiac year — both widely used in festivals, astrology, and cultural events.
Chinese Age & Zodiac Calculator
What Is the Chinese Age System?
The Chinese age system (also called East Asian reckoning) is based on the lunar calendar, and includes these differences:
- A baby is considered 1 year old at birth
- A person adds 1 year on each Lunar New Year, not on their birthday
- This means your Chinese age can be 1–2 years older than your actual (Western) age
| Zodiac Sign | Chinese Name | Years (Recent Examples) |
|---|---|---|
| Rat | 鼠 (Shǔ) | 2008, 2020 |
| Ox | 牛 (Niú) | 2009, 2021 |
| Tiger | 虎 (Hǔ) | 2010, 2022 |
| Rabbit | 兔 (Tù) | 2011, 2023 |
| Dragon | 龙 (Lóng) | 2012, 2024 |
| Snake | 蛇 (Shé) | 2013, 2025 |
| Horse | 马 (Mǎ) | 2014, 2026 |
| Goat | 羊 (Yáng) | 2015, 2027 |
| Monkey | 猴 (Hóu) | 2016, 2028 |
| Rooster | 鸡 (Jī) | 2017, 2029 |
| Dog | 狗 (Gǒu) | 2018, 2030 |
| Pig | 猪 (Zhū) | 2019, 2031 |
📌 Chinese zodiac follows the lunar year — dates may shift slightly based on the Lunar New Year.
📌 This system is used in Chinese astrology, cultural ceremonies, and even in some rural areas of China, Korea, and Vietnam.
How the Chinese Age Calculator Works
- Enter your Gregorian date of birth
- The tool will:
- Convert your DOB into the Chinese lunar calendar
- Calculate your current lunar age
- Show your Chinese zodiac sign (based on year)
Example
Gregorian DOB: May 15, 1995
Lunar Age: 31
Zodiac Sign: 亥 (Pig)
🧧 Your Chinese age is used in traditions like:
- Naming ceremonies
- Compatibility checks
- Festival rituals
- Fortune telling
Why Use a Chinese Age Calculator?
- 🎉 For Chinese New Year celebrations
- 🧧 Age-matching in cultural astrology
- 🐉 Determining your Zodiac year (12 signs)
- 🏮 Participating in traditional family rituals