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Grogu

Grogu, also known as Din Grogu and formerly called “the Child” or “Baby Yoda,” is a fictional character from the Disney+ series The Mandalorian.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Grogu, also known as Din Grogu and formerly called “the Child” or “Baby Yoda,” is a fictional character from the Disney+ series The Mandalorian. He is a Force-sensitive member of Yoda’s species who is found by Din Djarin and becomes his foundling and companion.

Character overview

Grogu is a central character in The Mandalorian, introduced as a mysterious child pursued by Imperial interests. He becomes attached to Din Djarin and develops into one of the series’ main figures.

Background and identity

The character’s species is the same as Yoda’s, but his individual origins remain largely unknown. His name was kept secret until the episode The Jedi, where Ahsoka Tano reveals that he is called Grogu.

Abilities and Force powers

Grogu is strongly Force-sensitive and shows abilities such as telekinesis and protective healing. Official Star Wars material describes him as honing remarkable abilities while traveling with Din Djarin.

Role in The Mandalorian season 3

In season 3, Grogu continues alongside Din Djarin after choosing to remain with him rather than fully return to the Jedi path. The season emphasizes his place in Mandalorian culture and his bond with Din.

Key facts

  • Grogu is a character in The Mandalorian and is widely known by the unofficial nickname Baby Yoda.
  • His real name, Grogu, was revealed in Chapter 13: The Jedi.
  • He is a Force-sensitive member of the same species as Yoda and Yaddle.
  • Grogu was raised at the Jedi Temple on Coruscant before the events of The Mandalorian.
  • He is a foundling under the protection of Din Djarin.
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Canadian context

Grogu is a globally popular Disney+ character with a large audience in Canada, where The Mandalorian has been widely streamed and discussed as part of the broader Star Wars franchise.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Grogu?
Grogu is a fictional Star Wars character from The Mandalorian, known for a time as “the Child” or “Baby Yoda.” He is a Force-sensitive foundling from the same species as Yoda.
How old is Grogu?
Grogu was born around 41 BBY and is about 50 years old during the early events of The Mandalorian. Despite this, he appears and behaves like a young child because of his species’ slow aging.
What are Grogu’s powers?
Grogu is Force-sensitive and can use abilities such as telekinesis, Force healing, and shielding or calming others. Official Star Wars material describes him as continuing to develop remarkable abilities.
Grogu vs Baby Yoda
They are the same character. “Baby Yoda” is an unofficial nickname used by fans before his real name, Grogu, was revealed.
Grogu Mandalorian season 3
In season 3 of The Mandalorian, Grogu stays with Din Djarin and continues learning, while the story also links him more closely to Mandalorian identity and Din’s role as his guardian.
Grogu real name
Grogu’s real name is Grogu; after Din Djarin’s adoption, he is also called Din Grogu.

References

  1. StarWars.com — https://www.starwars.com/databank/grogu
    Supports: Official character description, Force sensitivity, role with Din Djarin, and ongoing story context.
  2. StarWars.com — https://www.starwars.com/news/the-mandalorian-and-grogu-everything-we-know
    Supports: Grogu’s name reveal and association with Ahsoka Tano and The Mandalorian.
  3. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grogu
    Supports: Character identity, nickname 'Baby Yoda', species relation to Yoda, and name reveal context.
  4. Wookieepedia — https://starwars.fandom.com/wiki/Din_Grogu
    Supports: Birth year estimate, Jedi Temple background, and later adoption as Din Grogu.