1916, 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012 The dragon is the fifth animal in the Chinese zodiac. In the Chinese culture, the dra represents good luck, strength, health and also the male element Yang. The dragon unique because it is the only mythical creature of all the animals in the Chinese zod and babies are born in the year of the dragon more than any other animal. In many other cultures, such as the Western, they look at the dragon as a symbol fo evil and darkness. But in China, they regard the dragon as being a symbol represen imperial power and authority. The personality traits of people born in the year of the dragon are: charismatic, intelligent, confident, powerful and they are naturally lucky and gifted. In everything they do, they tend to do it to the best of their ability with high standards. References: "Dragon(zodiac)." Reference.com. 19 Jul 2007 <http://www.reference.com>.