Chewie
Short form of Chewbacca, or word name
"honored friend"
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Updated Tue Sep 09 2025
Chewie Origin and Meaning
The name Chewie is a boy's name of English origin meaning "honored friend".
Popular for pets, especially of the shaggy, furry nature, Chewie is a Star Wars inspired choice, used in the movie franchise as a nickname for the tall Wookie companion of Han Solo. The full form Chewbacca means "honored friend" in the fictional Wookie language, though Chewie might be less of a mouthful for a pet.
Alternatively, Chewie might be considered a wordy pet name, inspired by chew toys and the enjoyment some animals get from chewing on things.