2002 Chinese Zodiac: Year of the Horse
The 2002 Year of the Horse (马) officially starts on February 12, 2002 (Lunar New Year) and ends on January 31, 2003. People born between January 1, 2002 and January 31, 2003 are actually of the Snake zodiac sign, Because it still falls within the Chinese Lunar Year 2001 during this period. You can find your Chinese zodiac sign by your Gregorian birth date: Find Your Zodiac.
Year Details
Gregorian Year
2002
Zodiac Sign
Horse (马)
Ganzhi Calendar
Ren Wu (壬午)
Five Elements
Water (水)
Start Date
February 12, 2002
End Date
January 31, 2003
Lucky Numbers
9, 0
Lucky Colors
Black, Blue
Compatible Zodiacs
Tiger, Dog, Goat
Incompatible Zodiacs
Rat
Positive Traits
Energetic, optimistic, independent, straightforward, brave, active, honest, passionate
Negative Traits
Impulsive, impatient, reckless, easily distracted, stubborn, hates restraint, overconfident
Personality
The 2002 Ren Wu Wood Horse is energetic, optimistic, independent, straightforward and adventurous, combining the enthusiasm of the Horse with the vitality of the Wood element. They are outgoing, brave, good at action and execution, with strong mobility and leadership. They value freedom, honesty and justice, and are full of passion for life. However, they can be impulsive, impatient, reckless, easily distracted and hate being restrained.
Folk Meaning
In Chinese zodiac culture, the Horse symbolizes freedom, energy, speed, success and progress. The 2002 Wood Horse combines wood's vitality with horse's enthusiasm, representing a life of courage, action, continuous breakthrough and bright future.
Fortune
People born in 2002 have vibrant overall fortune, with great mobility and creativity. They are suitable for careers in travel, sports, media, sales, entrepreneurship and art. Wealth fortune is active and changeable, easy to get opportunities but need to avoid impulsive spending. Emotionally passionate and loyal, yet need to be more patient and thoughtful. Health should pay attention to heart, blood circulation, accidental injuries and emotional stability.
Historical Events in 2002
- 1. Euro banknotes and coins officially entered circulation (January 1, 2002)
- 2. Brazil won the 2002 FIFA World Cup (June 30, 2002)
- 3. The first 2002 Winter Olympics held in Salt Lake City (February 8–24)
- 4. Apple introduced the first iMac G4 (January 7, 2002)
- 5. The OpenOffice.org office suite was released (May 1, 2002)
- 6. China won 2002 World Cup qualification (only one Chinese event)