The tradition of ‘xông đất’ on the first day of the Lunar New Year is an integral part of Vietnamese spiritual life. It is believed that the first person to enter a house on the first day of the year, known as the ‘xông đất’, will influence the fortunes of the family for the entire year.
Below is a list of auspicious ages for the ‘xông đất’ in the year 2025, the Year of the Snake, according to the Chinese zodiac signs.
What are the best ages for the ‘xông đất’ in 2025, the Year of the Snake, for each zodiac sign?
When choosing the ‘xông đất’, the host family should consider the compatibility between their age and that of the ‘xông đất’. According to author Tran Dinh Tuan in his book ‘Understanding Eastern Culture: Yin-Yang Calendar’ (published by Thanh Hoa Province Press), the selection of the ‘xông đất’ should be based on the host’s age to determine whether the visitor should be male or female and their age.

Hosts should choose an auspicious age for the ‘xông đất’ in 2025 that aligns with their own age.
– Selecting the ‘xông đất’ age for the Year of the Snake 2025 for hosts born in the Year of the Rat
If a male is preferred for ‘xông đất’, hosts born in the Year of the Rat can choose someone born in the years 1955, 1962, 1965, 1982, 1985, 1992, or 1995.
If a female is preferred for ‘xông đất’, hosts born in the Year of the Rat can opt for someone born in 1946, 1956, 1958, 1961, 1968, 1971, 1976, 1986, 1988, or 1991.
– Selecting the ‘xông đất’ age for the Year of the Snake 2025 for hosts born in the Year of the Ox
For male ‘xông đất’, hosts born in the Year of the Ox can select individuals born in 1951, 1962, 1965, 1971, 1972, 1975, or 1992.
In the case of female ‘xông đất’, those born in the Year of the Ox can choose from the years 1951, 1965, 1971, 1975, 1981, 1985, or 1995.
– Selecting the ‘xông đất’ age for the Year of the Snake 2025 for hosts born in the Year of the Tiger
Male ‘xông đất’ options for hosts born in the Year of the Tiger include individuals born in 1948, 1952, 1958, 1966, 1972, 1976, 1978, 1982, or 1988.
For female ‘xông đất’, hosts born in the Year of the Tiger can also consider individuals born in the same years: 1948, 1952, 1958, 1966, 1972, 1976, 1978, 1982, or 1988.
– Selecting the ‘xông đất’ age for the Year of the Snake 2025 for hosts born in the Year of the Rabbit
If a male is preferred, hosts born in the Year of the Rabbit can choose from the years 1952, 1955, 1962, 1965, 1975, 1982, 1992, or 1995.
For female ‘xông đất’, those born in the Year of the Rabbit have a wider range of options, including 1952, 1955, 1962, 1965, 1971, 1972, 1982, 1985, 1992, or 1995.
– Selecting the ‘xông đất’ age for the Year of the Snake 2025 for hosts born in the Year of the Dragon
Male hosts born in the Year of the Dragon can choose ‘xông đất’ individuals born in 1951, 1962, 1965, 1971, 1972, 1975, 1981, 1992, or 1995.
For female ‘xông đất’, those born in the Year of the Dragon can opt for individuals born in 1951, 1965, 1971, 1975, or 1985.
– Selecting the ‘xông đất’ age for the Year of the Snake 2025 for hosts born in the Year of the Snake
If you are a host born in the Year of the Snake and prefer a male ‘xông đất’, consider individuals born in 1946, 1952, 1958, 1966, 1972, 1976, 1978, or 1982.
For female ‘xông đất’, hosts born in the Year of the Snake can also choose from the same years: 1946, 1952, 1958, 1966, 1972, 1976, 1978, or 1982.
– Selecting the ‘xông đất’ age for the Year of the Snake 2025 for hosts born in the Year of the Horse
Male ‘xông đất’ options for hosts born in the Year of the Horse include individuals born in 1952, 1955, 1962, 1982, 1985, 1992, or 1995.
For female ‘xông đất’, those born in the Year of the Horse can choose from the years 1946, 1956, 1958, 1961, 1968, 1976, 1986, or 1991.
– Selecting the ‘xông đất’ age for the Year of the Snake 2025 for hosts born in the Year of the Goat
If you are a male host born in the Year of the Goat, consider ‘xông đất’ individuals born in 1951, 1955, 1962, 1965, 1971, 1972, 1975, 1981, or 1992.
Female hosts born in the Year of the Goat can choose ‘xông đất’ from the years 1951, 1965, 1971, 1975, 1981, 1991, or 1995.
– Selecting the ‘xông đất’ age for the Year of the Snake 2025 for hosts born in the Year of the Monkey
For male ‘xông đất’, hosts born in the Year of the Monkey can select individuals born in 1952, 1956, 1958, 1966, 1972, 1976, 1978, 1982, or 1988.
Female ‘xông đất’ options for hosts born in the Year of the Monkey include the same years: 1952, 1956, 1958, 1966, 1972, 1976, 1978, 1982, or 1988.
– Selecting the ‘xông đất’ age for the Year of the Snake 2025 for hosts born in the Year of the Rooster
Male hosts born in the Year of the Rooster can choose ‘xông đất’ individuals born in 1945, 1952, 1955, 1962, 1965, 1982, 1985, or 1995.
Female ‘xông đất’ options for hosts born in the Year of the Rooster include individuals born in 1952, 1955, 1962, 1965, 1972, 1982, 1985, 1992, or 1995.
– Selecting the ‘xông đất’ age for the Year of the Snake 2025 for hosts born in the Year of the Dog
Male hosts born in the Year of the Dog can consider ‘xông đất’ individuals born in 1962, 1965, 1971, 1972, 1975, 1981, 1992, or 1995.
For female ‘xông đất’, those born in the Year of the Dog can choose from the years 1951, 1965, 1971, 1975, or 1981.
– Selecting the ‘xông đất’ age for the Year of the Snake 2025 for hosts born in the Year of the Pig
If you are a male host born in the Year of the Pig, consider ‘xông đất’ individuals born in 1946, 1948, 1952, 1958, 1960, 1972, 1978, 1982, or 1988.
Female hosts born in the Year of the Pig can also choose from the same years for ‘xông đất’: 1946, 1948, 1952, 1958, 1960, 1972, 1978, 1982, or 1988.
Important considerations when choosing the ‘xông đất’ for the Year of the Snake 2025
It is advisable to select an individual with a pleasant and cheerful disposition. It is believed that the ‘xông đất’ brings positive energy to the host family for the new year. Additionally, the chosen person should embody good health and vitality.
Prioritize individuals who are well-established, successful in their careers, and financially stable.
It is also preferable to choose someone who is familiar and close to the host family.
The ideal time for ‘xông đất’ is right after midnight on New Year’s Eve or early in the morning on the first day of the new year. Hosts should communicate with the chosen ‘xông đất’ beforehand to avoid any misunderstandings during this important time.
This information is for reference only and is based on traditional beliefs.