Discover Bulma’s age across the Dragon Ball Z timeline — and shop exclusive Bulma cards at MNA Cardz
She’s brilliant, bold, and one of the most iconic women in anime.
From Capsule Corp to Namek, Bulma has played a key role in every Dragon Ball saga. But there’s one question that comes up again and again — How old is Bulma in Dragon Ball Z?
The answer? It’s more complicated than you might think.
In this deep-dive, we break down Bulma’s real age across the DBZ timeline, explore how she evolved from genius teen to world-class inventor, and show how her legacy lives on through exclusive Bulma and Dragon Ball cards you can collect today.
Let’s dive in.
Bulma’s Age When Dragon Ball Z Begins
Dragon Ball Z begins five years after the end of the original Dragon Ball series. At the end of Dragon Ball, Bulma is 16 years old when she first meets Goku.
So when DBZ begins, Bulma is around 21 years old.
This is the same time when:
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Raditz arrives on Earth
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Goku learns about his Saiyan heritage
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Bulma starts taking on a more supportive tech role (instead of chasing Dragon Balls herself)
At this point in the series, Bulma is already a brilliant inventor, working at Capsule Corporation and helping the Z Fighters with everything from tracking Dragon Balls to developing technology that saves the universe.
Bulma’s Age During the Namek Saga
By the time we get to the Namek Saga, about a year has passed since the Saiyan invasion. That puts Bulma at around 22 years old.
While she doesn’t fight on the battlefield, Bulma is still a central figure:
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She designs the spaceship that takes Gohan and Krillin to Namek
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She bravely travels with them to an unknown planet
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She hacks alien systems, uncovers secrets, and shows that brains matter as much as brawn in the DBZ universe
Her role here helps establish her as one of the most capable non-combat characters in anime.
Bulma’s Age During the Android Saga
Fast forward to the Android/Cell Saga, and we get a major shift in Bulma’s life—she becomes a mom!
Bulma gives birth to Trunks sometime between the end of the Namek Saga and the beginning of the Android arc. Based on the timeline, she is roughly 28 to 29 years old when Trunks is born.
This is a massive turning point in her story:
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She’s now raising the son of Vegeta, the once-proud prince of Saiyans
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She continues to invent—creating tech like the gravity chamber Vegeta trains in
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She’s now balancing motherhood, engineering, and saving the world
Even as the battles get more intense, Bulma never fades into the background. She becomes more essential than ever.
Bulma’s Age During the Buu Saga
By the time the Majin Buu Saga begins, about 7 more years have passed. That puts Bulma at around 38 years old.
At this stage:
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Trunks is now a kid
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Bulma is a respected leader at Capsule Corp
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She organizes the World Martial Arts Tournament reunion
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She’s constantly helping behind the scenes—even if she’s not on the battlefield
Despite being nearly 40, Bulma still looks youthful—because Dragon Ball logic. (Also: anime.)
And yes, by the time Majin Vegeta sacrifices himself, she and Trunks are both critical emotional anchors in the story.
The Hidden Longevity of Bulma (and Other DB Characters)
Fun fact: Bulma ages more gracefully than almost any other human character in Dragon Ball—and not just because of her beauty.
Thanks to Capsule Corp’s advanced tech, a healthy Saiyan family, and plot armor, Bulma continues to play major roles well into Dragon Ball Super, Dragon Ball GT, and even Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero.
By the time of Dragon Ball Super: Broly, Bulma is in her mid-to-late 40s, and still a boss. She’s inventing, leading, and even casually wishing for cosmetic upgrades via Dragon Balls.
Why Bulma Still Matters in 2025
Bulma has always been more than a side character. She’s:
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The first person Goku ever meets
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The reason the Dragon Ball search began in the first place
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A genius who builds time machines, space ships, and energy devices
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The one person who can yell at Vegeta and live
She represents something rare in Shonen anime: a powerful, intelligent woman who doesn’t need to fight to be unforgettable.
This makes Bulma-themed Dragon Ball cards incredibly meaningful for collectors—because they capture a character that bridges brains and heart.
Shop Exclusive Bulma & Other Dragon Ball Girl Cards at MNA Cardz
At MNA Cardz, we stock a handpicked collection of Bulma cards and other iconic Dragon Ball girls, including rare, Japanese-exclusive, and mint-condition foils that collectors hunt down globally.
💫 In Our Bulma & Girls Collection:
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Bulma cards from the Namek and Android eras
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Cards featuring Bulma with Vegeta, Trunks, and Goku
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Foil-embossed cards with tech-style design
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Special Capsule Corp-themed collectible cards
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Minty fresh condition, always
These cards are perfect for fans who want to own the legacy of DBZ’s smartest woman—throughout her journey in the Dragon Ball universe
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Final Thoughts: Bulma’s Age Is Just a Number
Whether she’s 16 or 46, Bulma proves that power doesn’t always come from fighting.
Her journey from teenage inventor to Capsule Corp CEO is one of the most underrated arcs in Dragon Ball—and her presence is just as critical to the fate of the universe as any Kamehameha.
So the next time someone asks, “How old is Bulma in Dragon Ball Z?”—tell them this:
She’s as old as she needs to be to save the world… again.
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