Baby Names Nicknames 200+ Nicknames that are Almost As Cute As Your Baby By Lisa Milbrand Updated on January 9, 2025 Fact checked by Karen Cilli Comments In This Article View All In This Article Animal Nicknames Food-Themed Nicknames Friendly Nicknames Flower Nicknames Bold Nicknames Cute Nicknames Pop Culture Nicknames Colorful Nicknames Sporty Nicknames Comic Book Nicknames When you picked your baby's name, did you already have the cute nicknames lined up too? For many parents, part of the allure of a particular name is all the ways you can shorten it. But when your baby is really little—or still hasn't arrived yet—you will probably pick a nickname that has very little to do with their actual formal name. It may be a pet name you gave your unborn baby or simply something cute that stuck—like when Duchess Meghan Markle revealed her adorable nickname for baby Archie: Bubba. If you're looking for a cute nickname to call your baby, give one of these options a road test. Although many baby names are often separated by gender, Parents believes that sex does not need to play a role in selecting names. It's important to choose a name you feel fits your child best. Animal Nicknames for Babies Some babies score animal-themed monikers for their formal names (think of Alicia Silverstone's Bear—or Cricket and Birdie, the two daughters of actress and talk show host Busy Philipps). If you're looking for a (literal) pet name for your baby, you can pick a cute children's nickname that's related to animals, like one of these fluffy and cuddly options. BearBeeBirdieBugBunnyChickChickadeeChinchillaChunky MonkeyCricketCubDoveDuckyFireflyGuppyHoney BadgerKittenKittyLadybugLarkNewtPollywogRavenSwanWigglewormWildcatWildebeest Food-Themed Baby Nicknames These food-themed nicknames for babies are reserved for only the absolutely sweetest babies. (And we know your kiddo's one of them!) AppleBlueberryBunCheese BallCocoa PuffCookieCupcakeCutie PieDumplingHoneyHoneybunJellybeanLemon DropLollipopMuffinPeachyPeanutPeppermintPippinPlumPuddingPumpkinShortcakeSnickerdoodleSugarSugarplumSweet PeaSweetie Pie Friendly Baby Nicknames This set of cute children's nicknames will reflect your baby's sunny personality—and you may even be more tempted to use them ironically on those days when they may be more grumpy than happy. AmoreBabyliciousBubbaBubblesBudBuddyCuddlesDearDudeGigglesHappyPalSmileySunnySunshine Flower Baby Nicknames Floral names have been popular for decades, whether you're going for timeless standards like Lily and Rose, or more unique choices like Dahlia or Zinnia. But even if you don't want to give your baby an official floral name, here's a bouquet worth of children's nicknames that reference sweet-smelling florals. BlossomBluebellBriar RoseButtercupDaisyLeilaniPetalPetuniaPoppyPosyRosieTiger Lily Bold Baby Nicknames You don't have to stick with the typical cute baby nicknames if you'd rather go with children's nickname that puts them in the spotlight. If your infant is one tough cookie or lights up every room they walk into, consider these nickname options that have a bit of an edge to them. AceBlazeBossBruiserBuzzCountessCowboy/CowgirlDaredevilDevilDiabloDragonDuchessDukeFirebirdFirecrackerGemHeartbreakerHeroHis/Her MajestyKingMoxieMr. ManMs. FierceQueenieRebelRock StarRogueSassySpikeSuperstarTough Guy Cute Nicknames for Baby Whether you want to reflect on how incredibly cute your baby is—or just want a nonsense nickname that's sounds sweet and endearing—these affectionate nicknames for babies might be just the ticket. Angel Babbu Bella Bizzy Boo Bugaloo Chatterbox Chubster Coco Ellie-Belly Fairy Fifi Handsome Jazz Lady Lovey Lulu Nugget Pebbles Pookie Precious Sir Snuggle Bug Sweetheart Sweetie Sweets Tater Teddy Bear Twinkle Pop Culture Baby Nicknames Let's face it: Pop culture inspires inspires a lot of baby names today (we're looking at you, parents who are picking Kylo and Khaleesi for your kids). And your pop culture favorites may just inspire a clever nickname for your baby, too. Here are a few cute names to call your baby, inspired by moves, television shows, and more. AryaBalooBambiEwokGoofyGrumpyHe-Who-Must-Not-Be-ChangedJack-JackKhaleesiPooh BearPrince CharmingScooby DooSir Cries-a-lotSleepySnow WhiteThe Chosen OneTiggerTinkerbellTitanVoldypantsZiggy Stardust Colorful Baby Nicknames Pick your favorite color from the rainbow, and let it inspire cute nicknames for your baby. Aqua Blue Ginger Goldie Jade Jet Hazel Olive Pinky Rainbow Bright Red Ruby Sporty Baby Nicknames No matter what sport you adore, there's a whole slew of cute children's nicknames associated with athletics. So hit one out of the park with these charming nicknames for your future athlete. Air JordanBeastChampFlo-JoMusclesRocketSluggerSportSugar RayThe Great BambinoYogi Comic Book Character Nicknames for Babies Your baby may not be able to leap tall buildings in a single bound (at least not yet), but they're definitely the superhero of your family already. These cool superhero names will show off just how strong and magical your child truly is. Baby of SteelBatmanBionic BabyBlack PantherBlack WidowCaped CrusaderCaptain AmericaCaptain MarvelDoctor StrangeIron ManLokiMagnetoMystiqueRogueStormSuperbabySupergirlSupermanThe FlashThe HulkThorWolverineWonder BabyWonder Woman Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit