All Star Wars fans have their favorite characters, but thanks to data provided by Wookieepedia, the most popular ones can now be ranked. While not officially affiliated with Star Wars, Wookieepedia is often the go-to source for most fans wanting to learn more about the galaxy far, far away. It’s not always perfect, but the dedicated writers and editors always strive to keep it as up-to-date and well-researched as possible.

Recently, community data from Wookieepedia and first-party data from its parent site, Fandom, revealed the definitive top 20 Star Wars characters. There are many factors behind this ranking, from recent news that would spark interest to details about character pages only regular Wookieepedia users will understand. With this in mind, let’s review how Star Wars fans rank the franchise’s best characters and why.

20

Bo-Katan Kryze

The true leader of Mandalore

Starting the list is Lady Bo-Katan Kryze, the rightful ruler of Mandalore and a fierce warrior. Her popularity is understandable, given her role in Star Wars: The Clone Wars and Star Wars Rebels before being prominently featured in The Mandalorian. Her increased screen time in The Mandalorian season 3 gave plenty of time to flesh out Bo-Katan, making her one of the most accurate Star Wars character adaptations from animation to live-action.

19

Din Grogu (aka “Baby Yoda”)

Jedi youngling turned Mandalorian foundling

Another character that will surprise no one is Grogu, and Wookieepedia’s list labels him with every name he’s been known by. Grogu is adorable, his relationship with Din Djarin is wholesome, and he’s received impressive character development in The Mandalorian. Following Star Wars Celebration 2025, fans are more likely to view his page in preparation for The Mandalorian and Grogu.

18

Sifo-Dyas

The Jedi who ordered the Republic’s clone army

Jedi Master Sifo-Dyas has not been prominently featured in any Star Wars movies or TV shows, but it makes sense for him to be such a popular character. The Star Wars prequel trilogy created the mystery about Sifo-Dyas and the clone army, but never fully explained it, leaving that to Star Wars: The Clone Wars and some books and comics. Wookieepedia is also helpful for comparing the different explanations in the official canon and the Legends timeline.

17

Grievous

The general of the Separatist droid army

Grievous has long fascinated Star Wars fans for his ability to wield four lightsabers, fascinating backstory, and behind-the-scenes development. He first appeared in the Star Wars: Clone Wars 2D micro-series, and his origin was fleshed out in the Expanded Universe. Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith and subsequent stories took a different approach, giving fans a lot to research online.

16

Darth Caedus

Better known as Jacen Solo

Darth Caedus is the Legends version of Kylo Ren, the son of Han Solo and Leia Organa who fell to the dark side. Unlike his canon counterpart, fans got to read about Jacen Solo from birth to adulthood before he eventually became a Sith, and his fall was chronicled in great detail. His page being labeled “Darth Caedus” instead of “Jacen Solo” is a point of endless heated debate among Wookieepedia users.

15

Tenebrae

The Emperor of the Sith Empire

Tenebrae is one of the most fascinating Star Wars villains because of the multiple forms he has taken in Star Wars: The Old Republic. Depending on what point in the timeline fans see him, he could be known as Tenebrae, Vitiate, the Sith Emperor, or Valkorion, each incarnation ruling a different version of his Empire. His long life and bold strategies make him one of the most cunningly powerful Star Wars characters.

14

Kanan Jarrus

From Padawan survivor to Jedi teacher

One of the most popular Jedi characters in recent memory is Kanan Jarrus, who trained Ezra Bridger in Star Wars Rebels. Born Caleb Dume, Kanan was a Jedi Padawan who changed his name and went into hiding after Order 66. He has one of the most compelling character arcs of any Jedi, growing into an accomplished master and a wise man willing to sacrifice anything for those he loves.

13

Galen Marek

AKA “Starkiller” in Star Wars Legends

Also known as “Starkiller,” Galen Marek was Darth Vader’s secret apprentice in the Legends timeline. He’s the protagonist of the Star Wars: The Force Unleashed Games, where he eventually turns on his master and defends the newly formed Rebel Alliance. His incredible Force powers and Sam Witwer’s brilliant performance make Galen impossible to forget.

12

Boba Fett

The original Star Wars bounty hunter in Mandalorian armor

Boba Fett was always one of the most popular characters from his brief appearances in the original trilogy, but he’s been fleshed out in more movies and shows. Star Wars: The Clone Wars explored his rise as a bounty hunter, while The Book of Boba Fett showed his transition to a crime boss. He also had several stories in the original Expanded Universe, giving two very different Boba Fett stories in canon and Legends.

11

Yoda

The Grand Master of the Jedi Order

No Star Wars character list would be complete without Yoda, who won over fans when he first appeared onscreen in 1980. Yoda can be reᴀssuring, hilarious, ᴅᴇᴀᴅly serious, but most of all, Star Wars fans remember him for his seemingly infinite wisdom. He also proves that “Size matters not,” with incredible lightsaber skills that overwhelm his opponents.