People born in the Year of the Pig are the warm, big-hearted souls of the Chinese zodiac — generous, honest and genuinely kind. The Pig closes the twelve-year cycle, and it does so with an easy-going charm and a love of life's good things. Sincere, tolerant and quick to help, the Pig gives freely and rarely holds a grudge. If you were born under this sign, you likely bring comfort, generosity and good cheer to everyone lucky enough to know you.
Pig personality
The Pig is warm, sincere and wonderfully generous. It takes people at their word, gives without keeping score, and enjoys the simple pleasures of good food, good company and a comfortable home. Pigs are diligent and dependable when it counts, and their honesty and lack of pretension make them easy to love. They can be a little too trusting, but their optimism and good nature usually win the day. What you see with a Pig is what you get.
Pig in love
In love the Pig is affectionate, loyal and deeply romantic. It gives its heart fully and delights in making a partner feel cherished and comfortable. Pigs are easy-going and forgiving, valuing harmony and tenderness over drama. They want a partner who returns their sincerity and appreciates their giving nature. They find especially loving matches with the Rabbit, the Goat and the Tiger.
Pig luck and money
Pigs are considered one of the luckier signs when it comes to comfort and abundance. They work hard, enjoy the rewards, and have a knack for attracting good fortune and generous friends. They do well in work that lets them help others or create pleasure and comfort — hospitality, care, the arts, business built on trust. Their fortune flows most freely when their generosity is matched by a little care about who they trust.
Strengths and shadow
At their best, Pigs are kind, honest and abundant in spirit. The shadow side is naivety — trusting too easily, indulging a bit too much, or letting others take advantage of their good nature. Learning healthy boundaries and a touch of discernment lets the Pig keep its warmth while protecting itself from being used.
Best years for the Pig
Recent Pig years include 1983, 1995, 2007, 2019 and 2031, with the next arriving in 2043. Your own Pig year favours enjoying life's blessings while staying mindful of who you trust, while Rabbit and Goat years that follow tend to bring the warmth, ease and loving company the Pig treasures.
FAQ
Which years are Pig years?
1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, 2019, 2031 and 2043. If you were born in late January or early February, check the Chinese New Year date, as you may belong to the previous sign.
Who is the Pig most compatible with?
The Rabbit, Goat and Tiger are strong matches. To see how the Pig fits into the wider wheel, read our Chinese zodiac signs guide.