rooster Emoji
๐ ยท U+1F413 ยท Emoji 1.0
What does the rooster emoji mean?
Meaning reviewed and updated July 2026 ยท Unicode data from the official Unicode Standard
Unlike its literal meaning as a male chicken, the ๐ emoji is often used figuratively to represent pride, confidence, or a strong sense of self, drawing from the rooster's reputation for loud crowing and bold behavior. In slang, it can signify a person who is showy or attention-seeking, similar to the phrase "cock of the walk". Additionally, the ๐ emoji may be used to symbolize wake-up calls or morning routines, referencing the rooster's traditional role in announcing the dawn. Its meaning can vary depending on the context in which it is used, ranging from literal references to birds or farms to more metaphorical representations of personality traits.
How the rooster emoji is used
Texting and social media platforms like Twitter and TikTok are common places to find the ๐ emoji, where it is often used to add a touch of humor or lightheartedness to posts and messages. The tone in which the ๐ emoji is used can differ significantly, with younger generations and those familiar with internet culture more likely to employ it in a joking or ironic manner. In comments and captions, the ๐ emoji can serve to convey a sense of swagger or playfulness, while in more serious contexts, it might be used to discuss topics related to birds or agriculture. Its usage can also reflect regional or cultural differences, with the ๐ emoji potentially holding different meanings or connotations in various parts of the world.
rooster emoji examples
- just saw a rooster walking down the street ๐
- woke up at the crack of dawn feeling like the king of the world ๐
How to copy the rooster emoji
To use the rooster emoji, tap the Copy button above, then paste it (long-press then Paste on mobile, or Ctrl+V / Cmd+V on desktop) anywhere you can type: messages, captions, usernames, bios and documents. It copies the real Unicode character (U+1F413), so it works on every app and platform, no download needed.
Also known as
rooster emoji on different platforms
How the rooster emoji looks across emoji sets. These designs come from openly-licensed sets (Twemoji, Google Noto, OpenMoji). See image credits.



rooster Emoji Details
| Emoji | ๐ |
| Name | rooster |
| Category | Animals & Nature |
| Codepoints | U+1F413 |
| Shortcode | :rooster: |
| Emoji version | 1.0 |
| Unicode version | 1.0 |
rooster Emoji FAQ
Unlike its literal meaning as a male chicken, the ๐ emoji is often used figuratively to represent pride, confidence, or a strong sense of self, drawing from the rooster's reputation for loud crowing and bold behavior. In slang, it can signify a person who is showy or attention-seeking, similar to the phrase "cock of the walk".
Tap the Copy button at the top of this page, then paste ๐ wherever you type. Because it copies the real Unicode character, it works in every app on iPhone, Android, Windows and Mac.
It is U+1F413, introduced in Emoji version 1.0 (Unicode 1.0). Its shortcode is :rooster:.
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