Chinese zodiac lookup: birth years, animal order and ages

To determine zodiac signs, start by identifying the birth year: the twelve zodiac animals correspond sequentially to the twelve earthly branches. Each earthly branch always corresponds to the same zodiac animal. For years in the Republic of China era, add 1911 to get the corresponding Western year. For individuals born at the beginning of the year, a year boundary must be considered: according to the lunar calendar, the new year begins on the first day of the first lunar month; however, using the solar term-based year boundary method may establish the transition at the time of the start of spring (Lichun), resulting in different dates. Once the birth year is entered, the corresponding zodiac, earthly branch, Gregorian calendar date, and Republic of China year can be displayed. For those born near the beginning of the year, retain the full date of birth, then determine which year boundary—based on the specific use—should be applied.

You remember your own zodiac, but see a different one on another chart; or your family refers to ROC years, and you're momentarily unable to convert them.