Born in 2020: age, Japanese era & zodiac
Anyone born in 2020 is 6 years old if their birthday has already happened this year, or 5 if it hasn't happened yet.
Current age
As of 2026-07-26:
| Birthday already happened this year | 6 years old |
|---|---|
| Birthday hasn't happened yet this year | 5 years old |
Japanese era (wareki)
2020 falls entirely within Reiwa 2.
Chinese zodiac
2020 is the year of the Rat in the Chinese zodiac.
Key facts
| Birth year | 2020 |
|---|---|
| Japanese era | Reiwa 2 |
| Chinese zodiac | Rat |
| Age in 2026 | 5–6 years old |
Frequently asked questions
What Japanese era is 2020?
2020 falls entirely within Reiwa 2.
What Chinese zodiac animal is 2020?
2020 is the year of the Rat in the Chinese zodiac.