In Chinese astrology, some zodiac signs are considered luckier than others. Parents who believe in this system of signs often want their children to be born in certain years, so that they will have even more luck. Some parents in China do everything they can to avoid births in certain years. Statistically, in 2013, the Year of the Snake according to Chinese astrology brought a drop of 1.97 million births. Meanwhile, the largest number of births was recorded during the Year of the Dragon. Here are some of the signs that are considered luckier than others, according to the Chinese horoscope.
1. Taurus

Many parents want their children to be born during the Year of the Ox. According to a Chinese astrologer, this sign represents hard work and reliability. People belonging to this sign are stable and achieve success in every important area, from personal life to career.
2. Tiger

People born under this sign are brave and strong. The Tiger is one of the luckiest signs of the Chinese zodiac. With their courage and determination, parents who want a strong and headstrong child usually aim for their child to be born during this year.
3. Dragon

It's no surprise that parents want to have a child born in this sign. Studies show that every year of the Dragon since 1976 has seen a significant increase in births. This sign is considered lucky and powerful, and in ancient China, only the royal family could use the Dragon symbol. Parents who believe in Chinese astrology know that a child born during the Year of the Dragon is very lucky.
4. The Snake

According to one astrologer, “The Snake is like a little dragon to many people,” which is why parents often want their children to belong to this sign. This sign is considered lucky, powerful, and wise. However, some people believe that the Snake can bring financial challenges.
5. Horse

According to the astrologer, signs born during this year are considered smart, loyal, and energetic. They are dedicated to their studies, careers, and are expected to be very successful.
6. Goat

The Goat was once considered one of the unluckiest signs in Chinese astrology. According to author Ma Bayong, this belief was linked to the structure of the goat’s eyes and its experience of hardship. However, according to a Chinese astrologer, things are changing. The Goat is now considered lucky, and there is a Chinese saying that goes, “Goats bring luck.”
7. Pig

Parents who believe in Chinese astrology often want children of this sign because they symbolize money and comfort. Babies born in the Year of the Pig are considered blessed with a comfortable life. Many Chinese parents believe that children born under this sign are lucky and honest.
If you don't know your animal sign based on your birth year, see the list below.
Rat: 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008, 2020
Taurus: 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009, 2021
Tiger: 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010, 2022
Rabbit: 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011, 2023
Dragon: 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012, 2024
Snake: 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013, 2025
Horse: 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014, 2026
Sheep: 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015
Monkey: 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016
Rooster: 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017
Dog: 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018
Pig: 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, 2019


