Dear Sir,

One day, i came across this "Ancient Chinese Gender Prediction Chart" which is used to help pregnant mums to predict the gender of their baby and couples to conceive on the appropriate month(according to gender).

Can i check with you how true is this chart? Have you seen this chart before? I have attached a copy of the chart. Some people say to use lunar age with english month(month of conception)and some say lunar age with lunar month(month of conception). I am very confused. Hope that you can guide me.

Thank you,
Rachel

Dear Rachel,

Rachel Low wrote:
One day, i came across this "Ancient Chinese Gender Prediction Chart" which is used to help pregnant mums to predict the gender of their baby and couples to conceive on the appropriate month(according to gender).

Rachel Low wrote:
Can i check with you how true is this chart? Have you seen this chart before? I have attached a copy of the chart. Some people say to use lunar age with english month(month of conception)and some say lunar age with lunar month(month of conception). I am very confused. Hope that you can guide me.

Yes, I have seen such a chart before. It is what most traditioaal people used to help check when is the best date to give birth to a boy or girl.

This chart was derived based on some study that was done. I personally really cannot say how true it is as I did not really research into it. So,I leave it up to you to see if you believe it or not. But from what i heard from older generations, it has been quite accurate so far for those who had used it. So no harm to give it a try if you want to use it, then you can decide for yourself whether it is real or not from the actual results

Hope that helps.

Warmest Regards
Robert Lee
GEOMANCY.NET - Center for Applied Feng Shui Research

Hi Mr Lee,

Can i know how to calculate lunar age correctly?

Example:
My birthday is on 28th April 1985. Is my lunar age 22 now? Or it is after my birthday then i can be considered 22?

Thanks,
Rachel

Dear Rachel,

Rachel Low wrote:
Can i know how to calculate lunar age correctly?

Example:
My birthday is on 28th April 1985. Is my lunar age 22 now? Or it is after my birthday then i can be considered 22?

The accurate way is to to take count the passing of each birthday. We calculate the birth date from the date of birth to your next birthdate. Just similiar to how you calculate your western birth date.

If based on that you are considered to be age 20 until you pass your birthday. If you count based on your lunar birthday, you will be 21 on 6 Apr 2006. Whereas, you will be 21 on 28 Apr 1985 if you take the western calendar.

So since this based on your lunar calendar, as long as you pass 6 Apr 2006, you will be considered age 21.

Hope that helps.

P.S. Nowadays go see a doctor at the correct stage of pregnancy to do a test for gender reveal-:)

Warmest Regards
Robert Lee
GEOMANCY.NET - Center for Applied Feng Shui Resesarch

 

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• Ancient Chinese Gender Prediction Chart

  • Traditionally used by pregnant women and couples to predict a baby’s gender or plan conception timing.

  • The chart is based on lunar age and month of conception, but there is confusion whether to use lunar or Western months.

  • Accuracy is debated: some older generations claim it works, but the site’s staff note it hasn’t been scientifically researched and should be treated as superstition.

• Lunar Age Calculation

  • Lunar age is counted similarly to Western age but based on the lunar calendar.

  • Example: someone born on 28 April 1985 would be considered 21 after passing their lunar birthday in April 2006.

  • Staff recommend relying on medical tests for accurate gender determination.

• Commercial Services Offered

  • Our Newborn Chinese Name Service - Please contact us for current pricing.

  • Names are chosen based on the baby’s ba zi (Chinese astrology) and stroke count groups, aiming for auspiciousness and meaning.

  • Clients can choose from recommended names or request unique options, including matching with English names.

  • Ordering involves filling out a form and contacting the service via WhatsApp or email.

• Overall Tone

  • The chart is presented as a cultural superstition rather than a reliable method.

  • The site emphasizes modern medical testing for gender reveal while offering traditional naming services as a paid option.

Here’s the cultural significance behind the chart and naming practices:

• Continuity of Tradition

  • Even though the gender prediction chart is considered superstition, it reflects how ancient Chinese customs still influence modern family planning.

  • Many families use it as a symbolic ritual, blending cultural heritage with contemporary life.

• Role of Astrology and Lunar Calendar

  • The reliance on lunar age and month ties directly to Chinese cosmology, where time and fate are believed to shape outcomes.

  • This reinforces the idea that a child’s destiny is influenced by celestial patterns, not just biology.

• Naming as Identity and Fortune

  • Names chosen through ba zi (astrological birth data) are believed to shape a child’s luck, personality, and future success.

  • Parents often invest in professional naming services to ensure auspiciousness, showing how deeply naming is tied to cultural values of harmony and prosperity.

• Modern Adaptation

  • While medical science provides accurate gender determination, families may still consult traditional charts for fun or symbolic reassurance.

  • Paid naming services demonstrate how ancient beliefs are commercialized in modern contexts, appealing to parents who want both cultural authenticity and personalized identity for their child.

In short, these practices endure because they connect families to heritage, provide a sense of control or reassurance, and symbolize hopes for a child’s future.

A look at how similar traditions appear in other cultures:

• India (Astrology-Based Naming)

  • Names are often chosen based on the child’s janam kundli (birth chart).

  • The chart suggests auspicious starting syllables depending on the child’s planetary positions.

  • This practice is believed to align the child’s destiny with cosmic harmony, much like Chinese ba zi.

• Western Folklore (Gender Myths)

  • Old wives’ tales claim you can predict a baby’s gender by how the mother carries the pregnancy (high vs. low bump), food cravings, or even the swing of a wedding ring over the belly.

  • These are cultural superstitions, not scientific, but they persist as playful traditions during pregnancy.

• Japan (Naming Rituals)

  • Some families consult Shinto priests for names that harmonize with the child’s spiritual path.

  • Names often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues, or ancestral lineage, reflecting cultural values of continuity and respect.

• Middle East (Religious Naming)

  • Names are frequently chosen from religious texts (Quran, Bible), ensuring spiritual blessing and cultural identity.

  • The emphasis is less on astrology and more on faith-based auspiciousness.

✨ Big Picture: Across cultures, naming and gender prediction rituals endure because they give families a sense of connection to heritage, spirituality, and hope for the child’s future — even when science offers more accurate alternatives.

Here’s a clear comparison of how different cultures approach baby gender prediction and naming traditions:

Culture/Region	Gender Prediction Traditions	Naming Practices	Cultural Significance
China	Ancient chart based on lunar age & month of conception based on Ba Zi.	Names chosen using ba zi (astrological birth data) and stroke counts	Connects child’s destiny to cosmic harmony; names believed to shape fortune
India	Astrology (janam kundli) used to suggest auspicious syllables	Names often start with syllables tied to planetary positions	Aligns child’s life path with cosmic forces; strong link to Hindu tradition
Western Folklore	Myths: bump shape, cravings, wedding ring swing	Names often chosen for family, religious, or cultural reasons	Gender myths are playful bonding rituals; naming reflects heritage or faith
Japan	No strong gender prediction superstition; focus on spiritual rituals	Shinto priests may suggest names tied to nature or virtues	Names symbolize harmony, respect for ancestors, and spiritual guidance
Middle East	Gender myths less common; emphasis on faith	Names chosen from religious texts (Quran, Bible)	Ensures spiritual blessing and cultural identity; continuity of faith traditions

✨ Key Insight: Across cultures, these practices endure because they provide families with a sense of heritage, reassurance, and symbolic control over a child’s future — even when modern science offers more precise answers.