210+ Cute & Funny Nicknames Perfect for Your Baby Girl

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Plus, how to pick a nickname that’s as cute as she is
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Nicknames are fun to think of and say, especially when you find one that’s the perfect fit for someone. To come up with a cute nickname for your little girl, start by considering shortened versions of her name. If you’d rather pick a nickname suited to her personality, there are cute and cool options for every daughter. Keep reading for a host of ideas to get you started, from riffs on the most popular girl names to funny and vintage pet names she’ll love.

The Best Nicknames for Girls

  • Cute nicknames: Pumpkin, Princess, Ducky, Cookie
  • Unique nicknames: Ziggy, Minion, Scout, Pixie
  • Funny nicknames: Tater Tot, Stinker, Bun Bun, Peanut
  • Cool nicknames: Jinx, Rebel, Ember, Thorn
Section 1 of 11:

Nicknames for Popular Girl Names

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  1. The U.S. Social Security Administration publishes annual lists of the most popular girl and boy names on Mother’s Day. Their most recent list features the top names from 2023. [1] If your little one has a popular name, try one of these classics as a cute pet name that ties back to their first name. [2]
    • Olivia: Livvy, Olive, Liv, Livia, Via, Ollie
    • Emma: Em, Emmy, Ems, Em
    • Charlotte: Lottie, Charlie, Char, Carly, Lola
    • Amelia: Mel, Amy, Lia, Mia, Millie, Mila, Mimi, Em, Ami
    • Sophia: Soph, Sophie, Phia, Effie, Fifi, Safi
    • Mia: Mimi, Mim, Mimsy, Mia-Pia
    • Isabella: Izzy, Bella, Isa, Belle, Ella, Sabby
    • Ava: Ave, Aves, Avey
    • Evelyn: Evie, Eve, Lyn, Vivi, Evy
    • Luna: Lu, Luni, Lulu, Una, Lala
    • Harper: Harp, Har, Perry, HP
    • Sofia: Sophie, Soph, Fia, Effie, Fifi, Safi
    • Camila: Cami, Mila, Millie, Cam, Cammy
    • Eleanor: Elle, Ellie, Leonor, Leonora, Nella, Nelly, Nora, Ella
    • Elizabeth: Beth, Eliza, Elise, Liza, Bess, Betsy, Libby, Bitty, Betty, Ellie
    • Violet: Vi, Viola, Let, Lettie
    • Scarlett: Scar, Lettie, Red, Lottie, Carly
    • Emily: Em, Emma, Lia, Lee, Ems
    • Hazel: Haze, Hayes, Hazy, Zelly, Zel
    • Lily: Lil, Lila, Lolly
    • Gianna: Gia, Anna, Jean, Gina, Gigi
    • Aurora: Rory, Ro, Arie, Aura, Roro
    • Penelope: Penny, Pen, Nelly, Ellie, Polly
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Section 2 of 11:

Unique Nicknames for Girls

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  1. Help your daughter stand out with a unique nickname. If you want a nickname that’s not based on a name, choose a one-of-a-kind pet name instead. Look for uncommon nicknames, unique spellings of popular nicknames, or nicknames specific to the interests of the girl you’re giving a nickname. [3]
    • Scout
    • Ziggy
    • Bambi
    • Birdie
    • Otter Pop
    • Lolo
    • Arty
    • Tinkerbell
    • Foxy
    • Zuzu
    • Kit-Kat
    • Little Miss
    • Swaggy
    • Sweetums
    • Minion
    • Taffy
    • Pixie
    • Doodle
    • Mini Me
    • Moo Moo
    • Sissy
    • Dazzle
    • Zinnia
Section 3 of 11:

Cute Nicknames for Girls

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  1. Give your little girl a cute nickname she’ll adore. Choose a nickname based on baby animals, sweets, food, or other cutesy things like sparkles and rainbows. To make it feel more personal, choose a nickname based on your daughter’s favorite animal or food.
    • Ducky
    • Kitty
    • Bunny
    • Coco
    • Posey
    • Cupcake
    • Cookie
    • Candy
    • Cutie Pie
    • Rainbow
    • Bubbles
    • Princess
    • Chicky/Chickadee
    • Loopy
    • Kiki
    • Cub
    • Pumpkin
    • Sparkle
    • Twinkle Toes
    • Apple
    • Booboo
    • Sunshine
    • Babydoll
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Funny Nicknames for Girls

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  1. Funny nicknames for girls are either silly to say or have a funny meaning, perfect for a girl who loves to laugh. Playful nicknames like “Stink Bug” are another option—just be sure she understands it’s meant in a jokey way, not as an insult. [4]
    • Small Fry
    • Peanut
    • Tater tot
    • Bun Bun
    • Chatterbox
    • Giggles
    • Jelly Belly
    • Monkey
    • Baby Bop
    • Bo Peep
    • Pickles
    • Bossy
    • Loosey-goosey
    • Buzzbee
    • Tottle
    • Pookie
    • Tootie
    • Stinker
    • Stink Bug
    • Goofy
    • Foofoo
    • Kooky
    • Silly Billy
Section 5 of 11:

Food-Themed Nicknames for Girls

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  1. Choose a yummy food as your daughter's pet name. Foods have been used as nicknames since Shakespeare’s time. The most common choices are sweets, baked goods, breakfast items, and fruit. [5] If her favorite food is outside this list, consider turning it into a cutesy nickname, too.
    • Muffin
    • Gummy Bear
    • Honey Pie
    • Peaches
    • Honey
    • Pudding
    • Biscuit
    • Blueberry
    • Dumpling
    • Lemon Drop
    • Cheese Ball
    • Shortcake
    • Sugarplum
    • Peanut Butter
    • Baby Cakes
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Nature-Themed Nicknames for Girls

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  1. Look to the natural world for fresh, floral nickname ideas. From plants and gems to water and weather, there’s an abundance of unique names to be drawn from nature. If your daughter’s first name is nature-themed already, find a nickname that complements her full name while being quicker to say.
    • Rosie
    • Tulip
    • Daisy
    • Breezy
    • Holly
    • Junie
    • Fern
    • Dahlia
    • River
    • Streamy
    • Ash
    • Rowan
    • Acacia
    • Maple
    • Gem
    • Branch
    • Bud
Section 7 of 11:

Animal-Themed Nicknames for Girls

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  1. Go wild with a cute or strong animal-themed nickname. Baby animal names are a popular choice for children’s nicknames of either gender. For a fiercer nickname, choose an animal that embodies the qualities you want your daughter to have, from bravery to athleticism.
    • Robin
    • Wren
    • Swanny
    • Piglet
    • Junebug
    • Honeybee
    • Froggy
    • Kit (A fox cub)
    • Pup
    • Fawn
    • Sharky
    • Little Ant
    • Turkey
    • Roo
    • Skunky
    • Flea
    • Lioness
    • Mouse
    • Guppy
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Section 8 of 11:

Cool Nicknames for Girls

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  1. Give your little girl a nickname as cool as she is. Pick a cool nickname that uses a rarer letter like “z” or “x,” or brings to mind epic imagery like flames and wolves. Or, choose a pet name for a girl that’s just the right vibe for her. What’s considered cool is subjective—go with your instinct.
    • Onyx
    • Nova
    • Valkyrie
    • Shadow
    • Rebel
    • Tempest
    • Rogue
    • Jinx
    • Wolfie
    • Sable
    • Harley
    • Jaguar
    • Ivory
    • Zephyr
    • Thorn
    • Solstice
    • Ember
    • Riot
    • Blaze
    • Viper
    • Phoenix
    • Fang
    • Warrior
Section 9 of 11:

Powerful Nicknames for Girls

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  1. Empower your daughter with a fierce, powerful nickname. Think of descriptive terms that suit her personality and potential. For a longer nickname, choose a powerful adjective that starts with the same letter as her name and say them together.
    • Savvy
    • Sassy
    • Boss
    • Chic
    • Queen
    • Dynamo
    • Trendy
    • Fierce
    • Spicy
    • Goddess
    • Empress
    • Smarty
    • Mighty
    • Hurricane
    • Spunky
    • Firecracker
    • Sparky
    • Little Legend
    • Spirit
    • Miss Independent
    • Rockstar
    • Boss Baby
    • Royal
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Section 10 of 11:

Nicknames for Classic & Vintage Girl Names

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  1. Compliment a vintage girl name with a cute nickname. As classic names come back in style, you need nicknames to go with them. [6] Resurrect a forgotten favorite pet name or use a common one that suits popular vintage names. Ask older relatives for inspiration based on nicknames they heard when they were growing up.
    • Beatrice: Bea, Bee, Trixie
    • Cecilia: Cece, Silly, Celia
    • Dorothy: Dot, Dotty, Doe
    • Wilhelmina: Willy, Helen, Mina, Wilma
    • Katherine: Kat, Katty, Rina, Kathy, Katy
    • Cordelia: Cory, Delia, Dell
    • Esther: Este, Tess, E
    • Florence: Flo, Flory, Ren
    • Harriet: Hattie, Harry, Etta
    • Matilda: Mattie, Tilly, Tilda, Hilde
    • Theodora: Teddy, Thea, Dora
    • Louise: Lou, Lulu
    • Josephine: Jo, Josie, Jojo, Phina
    • Bridget: Birdie, Bridge, Etta
    • Loretta: Lorrie, Retty, Retta
    • Mabel: Mae, Mae-Mae, Belle, Belly
    • Patricia: Patty, Tricia, Trish
    • Winslow: Winnie, Lolo, Lola
    • Henrietta: Henny, Henrie, Etta
    • Francesca: Frannie, Fran, Frenchie, Chessy
    • Genevieve: Gen, Eve, Evie, Genna
    • Agnes: Aggie, Nessa, Ness
    • Olive: Ollie, Liv, Livvy, Ol
Section 11 of 11:

How to Choose a Nickname

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  1. When your little girl is still a baby, you won’t have much insight into her personality or her likes and dislikes. During this period, it’s common to use a catch-all nickname like “Squishy,” “Tiny,” or “Bubba.” Once she reaches the toddler stage, experiment with different nicknames to see what sticks.
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    Make sure your child is comfortable with the nickname. If she doesn’t understand the concept, explain that a nickname is like an extra name your family (and potentially your close friends) use to show endearment and familiarity. Consider allowing her to pick out a few nicknames she likes—she might be especially fond of the funny ones, or want something cute and animal-themed.
    • Respect your daughter’s preferences for who gets to call her by her nickname. Most people prefer that only close relatives use it, and may get annoyed if family friends or distant relatives try to call them by their nickname.
  3. As she gets into her teenage years, your daughter might not want to be called “Bubbles” anymore. Some nicknames feel too childish to grow with a person, while others remain used only by parents. Other nicknames may adapt or change with age. Whatever the case, don’t be too sad if a nickname falls out of use—it means your child is finding their own identity.
    • For example, a girl named Emma may go by Emmy as a child, Em as a teenager, and Emma as an adult.
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      2. ↑ https://www.ssa.gov/OACT/babynames/index.html
      3. ↑ https://www.countryliving.com/life/kids-pets/a61924876/cute-nicknames-girls/
      4. ↑ https://www.familyeducation.com/baby-names/funny-girl-names-for-your-little-one
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