Metal Pig (辛亥): personality and meaning in the Chinese zodiac
The Metal Pig, 辛亥, gives the Pig firmer boundaries and a clear sense of right. The tradition reads it as determined, honest and strong-willed.
Heavenly stem and earthly branch: 辛亥
Years: 1911, 1971, 2031
Character
辛亥 sets 辛, yin metal, the jewel, over the Pig's water. Metal carries water, so the tradition reads this as a pair in which the stem feeds its branch: a clear winter stream over polished stones, honesty flowing into kindness.
People born in a Metal Pig year are read as sincere, resolute and generous, with the Pig's warmth backed by a strong will. They stand by their friends and their principles. The tradition's shadow for the Metal Pig is stubbornness, and a bluntness that can surprise people who expect only the Pig's gentleness.
In love and at work
In love the Metal Pig is read as loyal, devoted and protective, a partner of few words and deep feeling. At work it excels in finance, law, enterprise and any role that rewards integrity. The tradition suggests the Metal Pig let its gentleness lead its strength.
A question to take with you
Where would your strength land better if your gentleness went first?
Updated October 28, 2026