Chinese zodiac · sign 8 of 12
Goat
The Goat represents creativity, sensitivity and harmony. It's a symbol of art and peace.
- On the wheel of the twelve animals, in black: Goat.
- The red triangle links it with its two friends (三合): Cat and Pig.
- The dotted line crosses to its opposite (六冲): Ox.
History and symbolism
The Goat in the Chinese tradition
The Goat (or Sheep) is one of the most peaceful animals in the zodiac. It's associated with art and creativity in Chinese culture.
Traits
How it shows up
Characteristics
- Creative
- Sensitive
- Peaceful
- Artistic
- Generous
Strengths
- Creativity
- Aesthetic sensitivity
- Empathy
- Patience
- Imagination
Challenges
- Indecision
- Dependence
- Pessimism
- Insecurity
- Avoidance
Goat years
Were you born in a Goat year?
The Chinese year starts with the Lunar New Year, between January 21 and February 21. If you were born in those weeks, check the exact day: your sign may be the previous one.
| Year | From | To | Element |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1931 | Feb 17, 1931 | Feb 5, 1932 | Metal |
| 1943 | Feb 5, 1943 | Jan 24, 1944 | Water |
| 1955 | Jan 24, 1955 | Feb 11, 1956 | Wood |
| 1967 | Feb 9, 1967 | Jan 29, 1968 | Fire |
| 1979 | Jan 28, 1979 | Feb 15, 1980 | Earth |
| 1991 | Feb 15, 1991 | Feb 3, 1992 | Metal |
| 2003 | Feb 1, 2003 | Jan 21, 2004 | Water |
| 2015 | Feb 19, 2015 | Feb 7, 2016 | Wood |
| 2027 | Feb 6, 2027 | Jan 25, 2028 | Fire |
The five elements
Five versions of the same sign
Every Goat is also born with one of five elements, which changes every two years. The table above shows which one belongs to each year.
Wood
Fire
Earth
Metal
Water
What's your animal?
Calculate it from your date of birth, with the exact Chinese New Year cutoff, and see which countries, brands and people share your sign.
Keep in mind
The Goat's characteristics are cultural interpretations with no scientific basis.
The Chinese zodiac is an age-old belief system rooted in Chinese culture. Molino uses it as a tool for reflection and self-knowledge. The interpretations don't constitute scientific evidence, predictions or diagnoses. The calculations are deterministic and reproducible from the year of birth.