Dragon and Rooster compatibility
★★★★★ Excellent · Secret friends (six harmonies)
These two form one of the six harmonious pairs, sometimes called secret friends. Tradition says they balance and quietly look out for each other.
What each animal brings
Dragon
Known as ambitious, energetic, and charismatic.
Dragons are generous and full of big plans, and want a partner who believes in them.
Needs: admiration, adventure, and a strong partner.
Years: 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012, 2024 (each year begins at Lunar New Year).
Rooster
Known as honest, observant, and hardworking.
Roosters are devoted, organized partners who say what they think and expect the same.
Needs: honesty, order, and appreciation.
Years: 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017, 2029 (each year begins at Lunar New Year).
In love
Dragon wants admiration, adventure, and a strong partner, while Rooster wants honesty, order, and appreciation. These needs fit together well when each partner keeps showing up for the other.
As friends
Tradition sees these two as natural allies who trust each other quickly and enjoy working toward shared goals.
Making it work
- Lean on each other’s strengths; you balance naturally.
- Say thank you out loud for the quiet ways you support each other.
- Money, family, and future plans matter more than birth years. Take our couple quiz together to see where you agree.
Common questions
Are Dragon and Rooster a good match?
Traditional Chinese astrology rates this pairing as excellent (secret friends (six harmonies)). Full readings also consider the year’s element and the month, day, and hour of birth. There is no scientific evidence that birth years predict relationships.
What are the best matches for a Dragon and a Rooster?
Dragon: Rat, Monkey, Rooster. Rooster: Ox, Dragon, Snake.
Born in January or February?
Your animal may be the previous year’s. Use the checker with your full birthday for the exact animal.