Dragon Years and Elements
You're a Dragon if you were born between these dates (Lunar New Year to the day before the next):
| Year | Element | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1928 | Earth Dragon | Jan 23, 1928 | Feb 9, 1929 |
| 1940 | Metal Dragon | Feb 8, 1940 | Jan 26, 1941 |
| 1952 | Water Dragon | Jan 27, 1952 | Feb 13, 1953 |
| 1964 | Wood Dragon | Feb 13, 1964 | Feb 1, 1965 |
| 1976 | Fire Dragon | Jan 31, 1976 | Feb 17, 1977 |
| 1988 | Earth Dragon | Feb 17, 1988 | Feb 5, 1989 |
| 2000 | Metal Dragon | Feb 5, 2000 | Jan 23, 2001 |
| 2012 | Water Dragon | Jan 23, 2012 | Feb 9, 2013 |
| 2024 | Wood Dragon | Feb 10, 2024 | Jan 28, 2025 |
| 2036 | Fire Dragon | Jan 28, 2036 | Feb 14, 2037 |
Dragon Personality
The Dragon is powerful, confident and visionary — the most celebrated sign, associated with good fortune.
Keywords: charismatic, ambitious, lucky.
Strengths
- Visionary
- Energetic
- Generous
Weaknesses
- Arrogant
- Impatient
- Demanding
Dragon in Love
Dragons love intensely and need admiration and a partner who can match their energy.
Dragon Compatibility
Dragon Careers
Good fields for the Dragon: Leadership, entrepreneurship, politics, arts and innovation.
Dragon in 2027
Neutral to steady. 2027 is a steady year for you: progress comes through consistent effort, kindness and creativity — the Goat's gentle themes.
See the full 2027 Fire Goat forecast.
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Questions & Answers
What years are the Year of the Dragon?
1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012, 2024, 2036 (check the Lunar New Year date if you were born in January or February).
Who is the Dragon compatible with?
Rat, Monkey (trine) and Rooster (secret friend).
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