One of the best-selling anime franchises of all time is undoubtedly Dragon Ball. The proof lies in its enormous fanbase, endless content, and countless anime episodes and movies. The characters in Dragon Ball are truly unforgettable, with each one growing and changing throughout their many adventures over the years.
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The 2015-2018 series Dragon Ball Super included many of the same characters everyone knows and loves, including Goku, Vegeta, and their wives and children. Anyone who wants to learn more about these hilarious, exciting, and powerful people should start with the basics; learning about their age, heights, and birthdays.
Updated on June 26, 2024 by Mark Sammut: This article has been updated with more extensive descriptions for most of the included Dragon Ball Super characters.
Dragon Ball Super Statistics Chart
Character | Age | Height | Birthday |
|---|---|---|---|
Goku | 41 | 5'9" (175 cm) | April 18th |
Vegeta | 46 | 5'5 (164 cm) | August 14th |
Trunks | 12 | 4'3" (129 cm) | November, Age 766 |
Goten | 11 | 4'0" (123 cm) | August 26th |
Gohan | 27 | 5'9" (175 cm) | May 18th |
Future Trunks | 31 | 5'7" (170 cm) | November, Age 766 |
Bulma | 45 | 5'5" (165 cm) | August 18th |
Chi-Chi | 41 | 5'4" (163 cm) | May 12th |
Videl | 27 | 5'2" (157 cm) | March 14th |
Yamcha | 47 | 6'0" (183 cm) | March 20th |
Krillin | 42 | 5'1" (156 cm) | October 29th |
Piccolo | 25 | 7'5" (226 cm) | May 9th |
Tien | 47 | 6'2" (187 cm) | Age 733 |
Master Roshi | Around 350 | 5'5" (165 cm) | Age 430 |
Majin Buu | Over 5 Million | 8'2" (250 cm) | May 8th |
Beerus | Over 200 Million | 5'9" (175 cm) | Unknown |
Whis | Over 200 Million | 7'7" (230 cm) | Unknown |
Champa | Over 200 Million | 5'9" (175 cm) | Unknown |
Vados | Over 200 Million | 7'7" (230 cm) | Unknown |
Broly | 48 | 9'0" (274 cm) | Age 737 |
Frieza | Over 50 | 5'2" (158 cm) | Unknown |
Zamasu | More Than 770 | 5'9" (175 cm) | Unknown |
Goku Black | More Than 770 | 5'9" (175 cm) | Unknown |
Jiren | Unknown | 6'4" (183 cm) | Unknown |
Top | Unknown | 6'9" (205 cm) | Unknown |
Zeno | At least 8.5 million years | 4'1" (125 cm) | Unknown |
26 Goku
The Legendary Protagonist
- Age: 41 (34 physically)
- Height: 5'9" (175 cm)
- Birthday: April 18th
Goku is the main protagonist of Dragon Ball, along with being arguably the most recognizable anime character of all time. The series follows his entire life; starting from when he was a young child to becoming a grandfather. Goku has faced many evil villains and upgraded his Saiyan skills to their highest limits through each arc, and he is firmly presented as the lead character in Dragon Ball Super. The father of Goten and Gohan and husband to Chi-Chi has lived a wild and action-packed life so far, bringing the good out of his friends and companions.
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Goku's character can be slightly different depending on the version being watched. Focusing on the Japanese original, Kakarot is good-natured but fairly simple-minded, in the sense that he tends to be driven by a near-inherent need to seek out strong opponents. He is constantly looking to improve his abilities, not due to a desire to be the greatest fighter in the universe, but in an attempt to constantly push beyond his limits.
25 Vegeta
A Fellow Saiyan And Goku's Rival
- Age: 46
- Height: 5'5 (164 cm)
- Birthday: August 14th
Vegeta is another full-blooded Saiyan who spends most of the series trying to get stronger. He and his rival, Goku, are constantly fluctuating in power, surpassing one another over and over throughout the series. Vegeta is married to Bulma, and together they raise their son, Trunks. Vegeta is typically angry, grumpy, or irritated, making him a nice counter to Goku. He is a dependable and tough Saiyan who can take down nearly any foe challenging him and his friends.
While some fans might say that Goku is more one-note in Dragon Ball Super than the older entries, the opposite can arguably be claimed about Vegeta. Even though he still wants to surpass Kakarot, the Saiyan Prince's priorities have notably shifted, and he is nowadays far more concerned with protecting Bulma and Trunks. Who could have predicted that Vegeta would become a family man?
24 Trunks
The Half-Saiyan Son Of Vegeta and Bulma
- Age: 12
- Height: 4'3" (129 cm)
- Birthday: November, Age 766
Trunks is the son of Vegeta and Bulma, making him half Earthling and half Saiyan. He is best friends with Goten, Goku's younger son, and they are inseparable. He is quite cocky and proud of his strength and skills and is not afraid to brag about himself. Over time, he matures and becomes more stoic and well-mannered like his father. He is eager to learn and grow in power from his mentors and father.
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Honestly, Trunks does not do all that much in Dragon Ball Super, mostly being limited to short bursts of relevancy. Trunks is still too young and immature to be a viable option as a hero or fighter, and he was not considered for a spot in Universe 7's team during the Tournament of Power.
23 Goten
Goku And Chi-Chi's Second Son
- Age: 11
- Height: 4'0" (123 cm)
- Birthday: August 26th
Son of Goku and brother of Gohan, Goten is a powerful half-Saiyan who loves living wild and free. He shares the same mischievous and adventurous personality as his father when he was a child, but he has a better head on his shoulders due to his mother's guidance. He and his best friend Trunks can fuse using the Fusion Dance to become Gotenks, an insanely strong Saiyan entity.
Similar to Trunks, Goten is just a bit-part player during Dragon Ball Super, mostly serving as a comedic entity. Still, he gets to shine during a few arcs, particularly Copy-Vegeta and the first saga with Beerus.
22 Gohan
Goku's Oldest Son, A Fighter With Limitless Potential
- Age: 27 (physically 28)
- Height: 5'9" (175 cm)
- Birthday: May 18th
Gohan is the oldest son of Goku, making him a half-Saiyan. Though he is incredibly strong and has great control over his Saiyan abilities, he doesn't enjoy violence and prefers to study than fight. Gohan grows up to become a scholar and falls in love with Videl. He is naturally smart, humble, kind, and protective over those he cares about.
Gohan proved he was one of the strongest characters in Dragon Ball Z through his insane transformations and attacks, but he mostly takes a backseat during Super. Still, he gets a couple of good moments during the Tournament of Power and was a featured character in the Super Hero movie, and his star has continued to rise in the manga.
21 Future Trunks
A Mature, Traumatized Trunks From a Desolate Future
- Age: 31
- Height: 5'7 (170 cm)
- Birthday: November, Age 766
Future Trunks is from an alternate dimension. He grew up in a very different, gruesome world where he grew cold-hearted, reserved, and well-mannered. He travels back in time to change the future and faces many tough villains to achieve his goal; while mostly loved for his original run during the Android Saga, Future Trunks is also the protagonist of Dragon Ball Super's "Future" Trunks saga, which is among the series' best storylines.
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Unlike his younger self, this version of Trunks is very serious, which makes sense due to the environment he grew up in. He has led a life defined by tragedy and loss, but he continues to fight to try and create a promising future.
20 Bulma
A Gifted Scientist
- Age: 45
- Height: 5'5" (165 cm)
- Birthday: August 18th
Bulma is an intelligent human with a temperamental personality. She is tough, tomboyish, and won't back down from a challenge, but she can also show her feminine side.
Though she isn't as physically strong as the other characters, many of them still show fear towards her when she gets angry. Bulma loves her appearance, thinks very highly of herself, and can act quite snobby at times. She works hard as a mother and a scientist and is a super cool female character in the series.
19 Chi-Chi
Goku's Wife, A Former Martial Arts Expert
- Age: 41
- Height: 5'4" (163 cm)
- Birthday: May 12th
Chi Chi is one of the strongest human women in the entire world and is married to Goku. She is a very strict and protective mother over her two sons and gets irritated when they break the rules. Chi Chi was a big advocate of Gohan pursuing academics rather than fighting, as he had a natural talent for it and preferred not to fight. She loves her family and will do anything she can to keep them safe.
Similar to Bulma, Chi Chi is mostly a background character in Dragon Ball Super; in fact, she barely has a presence in the show since her contributions mostly revolve around her role as a mother.
18 Videl
Gohan's Wife, And Mr. Satan's Daughter
- Age: 27
- Height: 5'2" (157 cm)
- Birthday: March 14th
Videl was introduced during the Majin Buu saga, and she became one of the series' most popular female characters. Her romance with Gohan is pretty interesting to witness, with the Saiyan training her to fight and control her ki. She married Gohan eventually and gave birth to Pan soon after. Her fighting days may be long behind her, but Videl is still an important character and makes a pretty cute painting with Gohan too.
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Videl is largely on the same level as Chi Chi in Dragon Ball Super, mostly serving as a minor character. That said, she is still likable and has a fun dynamic with Gohan.
17 Yamcha
A Fighter Relegated To A Joke Character
- Age: 47
- Height: 6'0" (183 cm)
- Birthday: March 20th
Yamcha has been relegated to a joke character who keeps on losing fights, which is a shame given just how powerful he seemed early on. However, his lack of proper training led to this character becoming nothing more than a footnote.
Many people consider him to be the weakest member of the Z Warriors, as he wasn't even selected to fight in the Tournament of Power (a fact that was played as a joke). That being said, he's still a lovable character, even if he's a bit of a wimp.
16 Krillin
Goku's Best Friend And Confidante
- Age: 42
- Height: 5'1" (156 cm)
- Birthday: October 29th
Krillin is known as one of the most powerful and skilled martial artists in the entire world. He trained under Master Roshi alongside Goku, quickly changing from his rival to his lifelong best friend. He is very brave, loyal, tough, and a bit jealous. It is said that he is a thousand times stronger than the average human being, though his non-human friends still tease him for being the weakest of the bunch.
Obviously, Krillin cannot compare to any of the Saiyans in terms of pure power, and he is not remotely a threat to any main Super villain. Nevertheless, he is technically a great and intelligent fighter, and he even got a decent run in the Tournament of Power. Still, he was eliminated pretty quickly.
15 Piccolo
An Antagonist Who Joins The Good Side
- Age: 25
- Height: 7'5" (226 cm)
- Birthday: May 9th
This bone-crushing character is a Namekien and a part of the Dragon Clan, the original creators of the Dragon Balls. Piccolo was introduced in the franchise as an antagonist, out to defeat Goku.
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However, in the events of Dragon Ball Z and Super, he is a companion to the Saiyans on Earth and fights alongside them in many battles. Still, he is typically always very stern, grumpy, and likes being alone. He never smiles and isn't the most friendly of people. Piccolo's role in Super is largely the same as the post-Namek arcs of Z, meaning he is a constant presence but rarely the focus. That said, Super Hero highlighted Piccolo's friendship with Gohan.
14 Tien
A Tournament Rival Who Joins Goku's Side After A Well-Fought Battle
- Age: 47
- Height: 6'2" (187 cm)
- Birthday: Age 733
Out of all the Earthlings in the Z Warriors, Tien is perhaps the only one who can hold his own against tough opposition. His Tri-Beam is a technique so deadly that Tien himself can't fire off too many of these blasts before breathing his last.
Even in Dragon Ball Super, Tien holds his own and gets some episodes to shine when Goku and the gang try to recruit him for the Tournament of Power. He may channel his goofy side more often than not nowadays, but Tien knows when it's time to get serious.
13 Majin Buu
A Former Evil Being Who Becomes Good
- Age: Over 5 Million
- Height: 8'2" (250 cm)
- Birthday: May 8th
Majin Buu was initially introduced as a dastardly antagonist with no regard for human life. However, it turned out that he had the mind of a child and was slowly convinced by Mr. Satan to mend his ways. While this led to the evil in his heart being expelled and taking on a villainous form of its own, Majin Buu still came back to become a hero in his own right. He may sleep too much and eat buckets of food, but that doesn't take away from how powerful he can be.
In Dragon Ball Super, Majin Buu is arguably one of the most frustrating characters, as he is repeatedly set up to be a major player, only to be removed as a joke. Still, he did at least get to shine during the Universe Survival saga, and it was a shame he was not part of Universe 7's team during the Tournament of Power. Presuming he did not sleep through it, he would have been more useful than most of the fighters.
12 Master Roshi
Founder Of The Turtle School
- Age: Around 350
- Height: 5'5" (165 cm)
- Birthday: March 20
Master Roshi is a master of martial arts and taught many of the main characters in the Dragon Team all they know about fighting. He is a hermit who has lived for over three hundred years due to his impressive health.
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Master Roshi often acts immaturely and inappropriately. He may not be the most respected character, and he could definitely use a personality change, but he is undeniably a dangerous force to mess with.
11 Beerus
The Destroyer God Of Universe 7
- Age: Over 200 Million
- Height: 5'9" (175 cm)
- Birthday: Unknown
This menacing God of Destruction wants the total destruction of Earth and will fight anyone on the Dragon Team to make that happen. He desires to be respected as a god and has a very mean yet lazy personality.
Beerus is well-mannered and speaks very politely, as a higher being in power would. He is the toughest antagonist that Goku has had to face in Dragon Ball Super, making him a memorable and interesting villain.
10 Whis
An Angel Who Keeps Beerus In Check
- Age: Over 200 Million
- Height: 7'7" (230 cm)
- Birthday: Unknown
Whis is an Angel that serves as Beerus' mentor, a reveal that surprised many viewers at the end of the Battle of the Gods arc. He's a charming character whose love for food never gets tiring to watch.
He's also one of the strongest beings in the show and the most powerful deity in Universe 7. It's easy to see why he has made such a strong and lasting impression, with his training of Goku and Vegeta allowing both Saiyans to heighten their powers to a level that is simply incredible.
9 Champa
Beerus' Twin, Destroyer God Of Universe 6
- Age: Over 200 Million
- Height: 5'9" (175 cm)
- Birthday: Unknown
Universe 6 houses some of the more interesting characters in Super, and Champa is no exception here. Despite seeming like a lazy, chubbier reskin of Beerus, this character ends up being engaging in his own right.
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His rivalry with his brother makes the interactions between the two Destroyer Gods a joy to watch. What makes this even more endearing is that, despite the hate they display for each other, it's clear that both siblings have a soft spot for each other under this hardened exterior.
8 Vados
Whis' Sister, Universe 6's Angel
- Age: Over 200 Million
- Height: 7'7" (230 cm)
- Birthday: Unknown
Vados is the older sister of Whis. This observation is obvious when viewers take a good look at both Angels. Suffice it to say, she's the strongest entity in Universe 6 and keeps things in check in case the Destroyer God she's looking over goes out of control.
Not a lot is known about her character, although it goes without saying that she'd be just as calm-headed and powerful as the other angels. She's stated to be stronger than her brother, which is a rather interesting fact.
7 Broly
The Legendary Super Saiyan
- Age: 48
- Height: 9'0" (274 cm)
- Birthday: Age 737
Broly is the first-ever Legendary Super Saiyan that was shown in the series, making a lasting impression despite being a non-canon character for the longest time. With his appearance in Dragon Ball Super: Broly, this character has finally become a part of the main Dragon Ball narrative.
This Saiyan's isolation caused him a lot of pain, making him fly into a rage whenever his emotions reached a peak. His fight against Gogeta is a thing of beauty and shows just how much power this character houses.
