1986 Chinese Zodiac: Year of the Tiger
The 1986 Year of the Tiger (虎) officially starts on February 9, 1986 (Lunar New Year) and ends on January 28, 1987. People born between January 1, 1986 and January 28, 1987 are actually of the Ox zodiac sign, Because it still falls within the Chinese Lunar Year 1985 during this period. You can find your Chinese zodiac sign by your Gregorian birth date: Find Your Zodiac.
Year Details
Gregorian Year
1986
Zodiac Sign
Tiger (虎)
Ganzhi Calendar
Bing Yin (丙寅)
Five Elements
Fire (火)
Start Date
February 9, 1986
End Date
January 28, 1987
Lucky Numbers
2, 7
Lucky Colors
Red, Pink
Compatible Zodiacs
Horse, Dog, Pig
Incompatible Zodiacs
Monkey
Positive Traits
Bold, courageous, confident, passionate, independent, decisive, charismatic, ambitious, loyal, protective, energetic, pioneering
Negative Traits
Impulsive, impatient, short-tempered, stubborn, reckless, aggressive, rebellious, overconfident, intolerant, restless
Personality
People born in 1986, the Bing Yin Fire Tiger year, are bold, passionate, confident, courageous, and independent, combining the Tiger's bravery, ambition, and leadership with Fire's energy, enthusiasm, and determination. They are natural pioneers—charismatic, decisive, and driven, with a strong sense of justice and a desire to lead. They value freedom, honor, and challenge, appearing fierce yet warm-hearted. They possess great courage, initiative, and resilience. However, they can be impulsive, impatient, stubborn, short-tempered, or prone to recklessness; they may resist authority, struggle with patience, and act before thinking.
Folk Meaning
In Chinese zodiac tradition, the Tiger symbolizes courage, power, authority, bravery, luck, and protection. As the 1986 Fire Tiger, it merges Fire's passion and drive with the Tiger's boldness and strength, representing fearless leadership, ambitious success, and heroic spirit. Those born this year are seen as blessed with power, opportunity, and protection from misfortune. The Fire Tiger also signifies vitality, courage, and ambition, guiding toward breakthroughs, achievements, and a brilliant life.
Fortune
Overall, 1986 Fire Tigers enjoy a dynamic, rising fortune marked by opportunities and breakthroughs, supported by courage, initiative, and leadership. They excel in entrepreneurship, management, sports, law, military, media, or innovation—fields requiring boldness, action, and authority. Wealth grows rapidly through initiative and seizing opportunities; they favor proactive strategies and brave investments, but need to avoid impulsiveness to prevent risks. Relationships are passionate, loyal, and exciting but need patience, tolerance, and emotional control. Health requires managing temper, avoiding overwork, and protecting the heart, liver, and nervous system.
Historical Events in 1986
- 1. The Challenger Space Shuttle disaster occurs during launch
- 2. The Chernobyl nuclear disaster happens in Ukraine
- 3. First release of Microsoft Windows 1.0 operating system
- 4. Iceland becomes the first country to elect an openly female head of state
- 5. The crash of Aeroflot Flight 821 in the Soviet Union
- 6. Statue of Liberty celebrates its 100th anniversary in the USA