55 Star Wars Nicknames

Aashita Dhingra
Jan 15, 2024 By Aashita Dhingra
Originally Published on Aug 22, 2022
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With nine saga movies, multiple TV shows, and spin-offs, the Star Wars franchise has fans from every generation.

It's no surprise that characters from this space opera inspire some of the best nicknames. From Jedi names to Mandalorians and Wookies, there are plenty of fun nicknames to be found for girls and boys.

Some characters like Darth Vader, Yoda, and Obi-Wan Kenobi have individual fan followings. Other Jedi characters like Qui-Gon Jinn or Pio Koon may not be as well-known but their Jedi names are ideal for nicknames.

Cool Star Wars Nicknames

Nicknames are a great way to show your appreciation for a show. Did you know that George Lucas gave CC-2224 the nickname Cody as a tribute to another franchise he liked?

Padawan - Padawan, an apprentice Jedi, is the ideal nickname for trainees.

Yoda - Known for his wisdom, Yoda is a cool nickname.

Leia - People with strong leadership skills are deserving of nicknames inspired by Princess Leia.

Luke - A moniker inspired by Luke Skywalker; the greatest Jedi is ideal for Star Wars fans.

Ani - Share a nickname with Anakin Skywalker, the legendary Jedi knight.

Stomeroni - The perfect nickname for someone who wants to be a pilot.

Hammerhead - Inspired by Tatooine natives, this is a fun nickname.

Jango - As the genetic blueprint for clones like Boba Fett, Jango is a great nickname for dads.

Twilek - This is a great nickname for tall people.

Tico - A shorter form of Rose Tico, this is a good nickname for mechanics

Crumb - This is a great nickname for people with big ears like Salacious B Crumb

Jedi knight - What better nickname than that of a Star Wars video game...

Amidala - Amidala is a cool moniker for women who like to experiment with makeup.

Solo - Inspired by the Millennium Falcon captain, this is great for adventurers.

Best Star Wars Nicknames

The best nicknames for Star Wars fans are those that are based on a characteristic or personality trait shared by your friend and the Star Wars character.

Finn - If your friend is cool like the stormtrooper, Finn is the perfect pet name.

Boba - Boba Fett was the ultimate bounty hunter making this a good nickname for driven individuals.

Dexter - This is a great nickname for foodies.

Jabba - He might be a gangster who kidnapped Leia, but Jabba is a cool nickname for large people.

Wookie - This is a cool nickname for people with long hair.

Princess - Here's another way to reference Princess Leia.

Wicket - This is a fond way to tell your friend you think of him as a teddy bear!

Bendu - This is apt for people who love their sleep.

Wrecker - A clone commando who served in the Grand Army of the Republic during Clone Wars.

Biggs - Give your childhood buddy the name of Luke Skywalker's childhood buddy!

Hera - If you've got a friend with strong leadership qualities, Hera is a great nickname.

Erso - Budding scientists would love this nickname.

Ben - The Alias for the Jedi Master who would defeat Darth Vader aka Anakin Skywalker.

Motti - Have an ambitious friend- here's a cool nickname for him.

Unique Star Wars Nicknames

Every Star Wars character is unique and the nicknames inspired by them must be just as one-of-a-kind.

Snips - The nickname given to Ahsoka Tano is great for brave Star Wars fans.

Windu - This is a unique nickname for sensible people like the Jedi master, Mace Windu

Ackbar - Admiral Ackbar, the rebel commander is a cool nickname for intelligent people.

Poe - If your friend likes flying like Poe Dameron, this is a great nickname.

Rey - Rey is a great nickname for mysterious women.

Grogu - This cute nickname is ideal for quiet people.

Ki-Adi-Mundi - Known for counseling Mace Windu and others, this is a good nickname for wise people.

Bo-Katan - Name your friend after this confident Mandalorian fighter.

Chopper - Do you have a mischievous friend who reminds you of this droid?

Kylo - As one of the most romantic characters, Kylo Ren is a sweet endearment.

Maz - If your friend likes Reggae music, this is an apt nickname.

Ponda - People who like spices deserve this nickname.

Mothma - This is a strong moniker for aristocratic women.

Funny Star Wars Nicknames

Star Wars Jedi names don't always need a meaning. You can create your own Jedi name with the first three letters of your surname followed by the first two letters of your first name and use the first three letters of your mother's maiden name as your Jedi the last name.

Try it out or take a look at these nicknames.

Calamari - Whether your friend or you are fans of Squids or Star Wars, then this is a fitting nickname.

Chewbacca - The ideal nickname for loyal, kind friends.

Putna - A comical nickname for bookworms.

Scissorpunch - Here's a nickname for lobster lovers.

Watto - Immune to Jedi mind tricks, Watto is a cool nickname.

Ewok - Here's a nickname guaranteed to make you laugh.

Snootles - Inspired by the Star Wars band, this is a great nickname for singers.

Papanoida - A fun nickname for people who like the color blue.

Kuiil - Give your most hard-working friend this nickname.

Lobot - Computer fans - we just found the best nickname for you!

Qui Gon - A disciple of Mace Windu, this is a fun nickname for clever boys.

Pao - The nickname of a character with 72 letters in his name, this is a great nickname for people with long names.

Chirrut - A great nickname for your blue-eyed Jedi friend.

Zorii - Our last funny nickname for Star Wars fans!

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https://www.timeout.com/film/star-wars-characters-list

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Written by Aashita Dhingra

Bachelors in Business Administration

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Aashita DhingraBachelors in Business Administration

Based in Lucknow, India, Aashita is a skilled content creator with experience crafting study guides for high school-aged kids. Her education includes a degree in Business Administration from St. Mary's Convent Inter College, which she leverages to bring a unique perspective to her work. Aashita's passion for writing and education is evident in her ability to craft engaging content.

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