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The Pig is the twelfth animal of the Chinese zodiac and the last animal of the zodiac and one of the kindest. Pigs are warm, generous and good-humoured, with a big appetite for life.
The Pig personality
Pigs are honest, tolerant and fun to be around. They enjoy good food, good company and comfort, and they give freely to the people they love.
Strengths: generosity, kindness, honesty, a sense of fun.
Blind spots: naivety, indulgence, and trusting people who haven’t earned it.
Pig years
You’re a Pig if you were born in one of these years, on or after that year’s Chinese New Year:
| Year | Element | New Year began |
|---|---|---|
| 1959 | Earth Pig | 8 February 1959 |
| 1971 | Metal Pig | 27 January 1971 |
| 1983 | Water Pig | 13 February 1983 |
| 1995 | Wood Pig | 31 January 1995 |
| 2007 | Fire Pig | 18 February 2007 |
| 2019 | Earth Pig | 5 February 2019 |
The next Pig year is 2031, a Metal Pig, starting on 23 January 2031. Born in January or February? Check with the Chinese zodiac calculator.
The five kinds of Pig
Each Pig year also has an element, which colours the Pig’s nature. The Pig’s own fixed element is Water.
- Wood Pig: the most sociable Pig, warm and helpful.
- Fire Pig: the most energetic Pig, passionate and adventurous.
- Earth Pig: the most practical Pig, calm and hard-working.
- Metal Pig: the most determined Pig, strong and confident.
- Water Pig: the gentlest Pig, intuitive and easy-going.
Pig compatibility
| Kind of match | Animals |
|---|---|
| Best friends (same trine) | Rabbit, Goat |
| Secret friend | Tiger |
| Opposite (clash) | Snake |
| Tricky pairing | Monkey |
The Rabbit and Goat share your values and pace. The Tiger is your quiet, steady ally. The Snake is your opposite: lots of spark, and lots of friction. Check any pairing with the Chinese zodiac compatibility calculator.
The Pig at work and in love
Pigs do well in work that brings people comfort or joy: hospitality, food, entertainment, healthcare, retail and charity. In love, Pigs are affectionate, loyal and generous. They need a partner who’s honest with them and shares their love of life’s pleasures.
The Pig in 2026 and 2027
The 2026 Fire Horse year is a neutral year for the Pig: steady, with no strong pull either way, so what you put in is what you get out. The 2027 Fire Goat year, which begins on 6 February 2027, is a best-friend year for the Pig: its energy runs with yours, so it’s a good year to push ahead with plans.
Questions people ask
What years are the Pig in the Chinese zodiac?
1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, 2019 and 2031, each counted from that year’s Chinese New Year.
Who is the Pig most compatible with?
The Rabbit and Goat (its trine partners) and the Tiger (its secret friend).
Which animal does the Pig clash with?
The Snake, which sits opposite the Pig on the zodiac wheel. A clash means different needs and pace, not a match that can’t work.
What is the Pig's element?
Each Pig year has its own element, and the Pig’s fixed element is Water.
Astrology here is for reflection and self-understanding. It doesn't predict events, and it isn't medical, legal or financial advice.