Year of the Horse, Personality, Predictions 2024
The Chinese zodiac horse ranks 7th among the 12 zodiac animal signs. The recent years of the horse are 2014, 2002, 1990, 1978, 1966, 1954, 1942… The next horse year will come in 2026.
The Chinese zodiac sign horse is a symbol of optimism, energy, and success. People born in the Horse Years are optimistic, passionate, and generous.
People born in the Year of the Horse will see many twists and turns in 2024. But fortunately, all the hardships can be solved.
Chinese Zodiac Horse Years
The snake years include 2026, 2014, 2002, 1990, 1978, 1966, 1954, and 1942...
In Chinese element theory, each zodiac year is associated with one of the five elements: Gold (Metal), Wood, Water, Fire, or Earth. For example, 2026 will be the year of the Fire Horse.
Chinese zodiac signs are based on the Chinese calendar, which is about one or two months behind the Gregorian calendar. See below the Chinese zodiac horse years and their elements:
| Zodiac Horse Years | Birth Dates | Element |
| 2026 | 17 Feb 2026 to 5 Feb 2027 | Fire Horse |
| 2014 | 31 Jan 2014 to 18 Feb 2015 | Wood Horse |
| 2002 | 12 Feb 2002 to 31 Jan 2003 | Water Horse |
| 1990 | 27 Jan 1990 to 14 Feb 1991 | Gold Horse |
| 1978 | 7 Feb 1978 to 27 Jan 1979 | Earth Horse |
| 1966 | 21 Jan 1966 to 8 Feb 1967 | Fire Horse |
| 1954 | 3 Feb 1954 to 23 Jan 1955 | Wood Horse |
| 1942 | 15 Feb 1942 to 4 Feb 1943 | Water Horse |
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Year of the Horse Personality
People born in the year of the horse are optimistic, energetic, and cheerful. Bright like the shining sun, they are unwilling to lose and always ready to fight. They are generous as well and easygoing regarding making friends.
However, the weaknesses of horse people, are recklessness, impatience, and stubbornness. They easily lose their temper but soon return to normal. They are not aware of their weaknesses and change over a short time, which sometimes results in their treating others rudely.
Male Horse's Personality
The male horses are full of energy and vitality. They are very decisive in making decisions, and never too hesitate to do anything. Being too decisive makes them seem a bit stubborn, and refuse to listen to others' options.
They are creative and competitive. They are among those who also come up with new ideas. They are very confident and strong and never give up in hardship. They enjoy being challenged. Solving problems successfully gives them a sense of great achievement.
The male horse may seem a bit extravagant in spending money. They tend to spend money at will, which may make them short of money at times.
Female Horse's Personality
Female horses are among those who are most attractive. They are usually in good shape and are fashionable. They are natural planners, who are good at balancing their family life and work. They work efficiently at companies and also plan enough time for their families.
They are thought of as the best wives and mums of the Chinese standards who are willing to commit to their families. Most female horses like outdoor activities. They don't like the idea of being bound by families.
Metal, Fire, Wood, and Water Horses
Chinese people believed that the personal characteristics of horses are associated with the birth of animal signs and elements. People born with different animal signs and elements will have different personalities.
| Horses | Birth Years | Personality Traits |
| Fire Horse | 1966, 2026 | insightful, cautious, conservative |
| Wood Horse | 1954, 2014 | creative, hot-tempered, impatient |
| Water Horse | 1942, 2002 | kind, gentle, generous, simple |
| Gold/Metal Horse | 1930, 1990 | outgoing, emotional, stubborn |
| Earth Horse | 1918, 1978 | optimistic, hard-working, reckless |
Read more details on the Five Elements of the Zodiac Horse.
Horse's Love Compatibility
The zodiac horse is best matched with Tiger and Dog, while worst matched with Ox.
Best Match with Horse: Tiger, Dog
Being active, generous, and hard-working, tigers and horses have similar personalities. They will work toward the same goals and offer support to each other.
Drawing on the dog’s independence and sincerity, the energetic horse people would fall in love with the glamorous dogs at first sight.
Worst Match with Horse: Ox
Ox people may have a rocky relationship with the Horse as they have different values and conflicting personalities. Even though they can tolerate each other's differences, there will always be tension.
People born in ox years are reserved, they cannot bear repeated tricks. However, horse people rarely maintain lasting relationships outside of work, they cannot well balance their careers and family. So, it is hard to find common ground between the Ox and the Horse people.
- Read more on the Horse's compatibility and get to know who should a Horse marry.
Chinese Zodiac Compatibility Calculator
Horse's Lucky Numbers, Colors, and Directions
Each zodiac sign has its lucky things and unlucky things. Following their lucky things is believed to bring them good luck and help them avoid bad luck.
Horse's Lucky Things
- Lucky Numbers: 3, 5, 7
- Lucky Colors: yellow, purple
- Lucky Flowers: Iris and Jasmine
- Lucky Direction: southwest
Horse's Unlucky Things
- Unlucky numbers: 1, 2, 4
- Unlucky Colors: brown, gold
- Unlucky Direction: north
Zodiac Snake Predictions for 2024
The snake people's luck in 2024 is not very smooth. They may even find it difficult to make progress in their work, and their abilities and talents may not be fully utilized.
Horse’s Career Predictions in 2024
Horses will achieve success in their careers as long as they work hard this year. They will get help from their friends when they need help at work.
Horse’s Finance Fortune in 2024
Horses will do a good job this year and will be well paid. But they will also have ups and downs in finance. The horse who plans to invest and do business, should not be eager for quick profits.
Horse’s Relationship Prediction in 2024
This year single Horses have a great chance to meet their loved ones and get into a relationship. The married horse should spend more time with their families to avoid any misunderstandings over small things.
Horse’s Health Prediction in 2024
Health and safety are the issues that horse people need to focus on this year. Try to do health checkups on schedule for timely prevention of epidemic diseases.
Read more on Horse's Horoscope in 2024.
Is a Horse Year a Lucky Year?
To most horses, the horse year is unlucky as they are thought to offend the Age of God, which will bring them bad luck.
The next horse year will be in 2026, people born in horse years should particularly be careful in this year. The way to protect yourself from bad luck is to wear red things such as red clothes. Read More on How to be Lucky in a Horse Year.
Famous People Born in the Year of the Horse
- Kobe Bryant (professional basketball player): born 23 August 1978
- Paul McCartney (co-lead vocalist and bassist for the Beatles): born 18 June 1942
- Theodore Roosevelt (the 26th president of the United States): born 27 October 1858
- Frédéric Chopin (Polish composer and virtuoso pianist): born 1 March 1810
- Isaac Newton (famous scientist): born 25 December 1642
Introduction to the 12 Zodiac Animals
Listed below are all the 12 zodiac animals with detailed information, check out which animal sign you belong to and get lucky in the coming year!