It is very common in Indian households to have a nickname for the newborn baby. This is apart from having a formal name. Giving a nickname signifies the care, love that the family members have towards the little one. There is no perfect name however when it comes to nicknames. These are generally short, sweet and cute, easy to pronounce, and many do not have any meaning either. These names are mostly catchy and sound different and are abbreviations of the formal name or a name liked by all for the baby. Nicknames can be more than one as well, every member can have a different way to call the baby with a different name. The nicknames are not religion or caste specific and can be adopted by anybody and it is not even mandatory to keep one, it’s a choice. In this article, we list some of the most popular and unique nicknames for baby boys and girls.
The adorable nicknames reflect the affection that the family members have. These nicknames can be based on birds, flowers, characters, personality, trends, animals, food, personality etc. Every nickname is different and the name is generally the one that can be easily remembered and is easy to pronounce as well. Grandparents love to call the kids and grandkids by names that sound too funny at times.
The nickname also bears the personality of the child and becomes a part of him or her. Choosing baby nicknames is not too difficult as there are many. The only thing to remember is what type of nickname one wants and its influence. Even the nicknames for boys and girls can be the same or different, this totally depends on the parents.
Top Popular Nicknames For Baby Boys And Girls
Nicknames reflect the love, care, affection, compassion of the elders and the near and dear ones. In our country, it is more common for kids to be called by nicknames than formal names. Given below is a list of the most popular Indian baby nicknames that make it easy for selection.
| SL No | Name | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aaradhya | Good woman |
| 2 | Aarohi | Holy |
| 3 | Aaru | Greek socceress |
| 4 | Aarush | Noble |
| 5 | Aashi | Noble |
| 6 | Abhi | Lively angel |
| 7 | Aboli | Goddess of magic |
| 8 | Adi | Most holy |
| 9 | Adolfa | Quaking tree |
| 10 | Ahou | Starry face; lightning |
| 11 | Aini | Divine strength of the stars |
| 12 | Aishmin | The golden one |
| 13 | Ajju | Sensitive person; essentially a sweetheart |
| 14 | Akash | Voyager: blessed, she who brings happiness |
| 15 | Akki | Pretty one or the serpent |
| 16 | Alice | Fine friend |
| 17 | Alyssa | Transparent mineral |
| 18 | Amu | Oath of God |
| 19 | Ani | Lisp |
| 20 | Anjali | Strength |
| 21 | Anju | Pure |
| 22 | Anshu | Prophetess |
| 23 | Anu | Heavenly |
| 24 | Appu | Love |
| 25 | Archie | Free |
| 26 | Ariel | Bird |
| 27 | Arnit | Merciful |
| 28 | Asad | Flowering branch |
| 29 | Asha | Noble |
| 30 | Aster | Queen of witches |
| 31 | Atasi | Brown skinned soldier |
| 32 | Audrey | Prosperous in war |
| 33 | Ayaan | Intelligent, powerful, luck, symbolism |
| 34 | Azalea | Promise to God |
| 35 | Azalia | Noble |
| 36 | Babai | Chosen by God |
| 37 | Babli | Goddess of discord |
| 38 | Babloo | Life |
| 39 | Babun | Beautiful |
| 40 | Bagha | Healer |
| 41 | Bao | A red semi- precious gem |
| 42 | Bela | White shadow |
| 43 | Ben | Good and fair |
| 44 | Benu | Wisdom |
| 45 | Betoo | Goddess of witchcraft, powerful |
| 46 | Betty | Moonlight |
| 47 | Bibhu | Earthly messenger |
| 48 | Bill | Battle woman |
| 49 | Bindu | Plants with red berries |
| 50 | Binny | Flower |
| 51 | Birdie | Follower |
| 52 | Bittu | Faith and valour; rainbow |
| 53 | Brishti | Related to witchcraft |
| 54 | Buck | Monster of the serpent |
| 55 | Bugs | Greek sea nymph |
| 56 | Bunny | Dweller by wood |
| 57 | Camellia | Made from lime wood |
| 58 | Cashew | Good witch of the north |
| 59 | Casper | Light |
| 60 | Cassia | Loved by all |
| 61 | Cedar | Little witch |
| 62 | Chameli | Pearl |
| 63 | Channing | Sea and sun |
| 64 | Charu | Powerful |
| 65 | Chhoti | Middle |
| 66 | Chhotu | Guardian or protector |
| 67 | Chikki | Dark |
| 68 | Chikoo | Admirable |
| 69 | Chimpu | Female spirit of Greek |
| 70 | Chintu | Friendly elf |
| 71 | Chinu | Light |
| 72 | Chip | Greek goddess of night |
| 73 | Corbin | Spirit of flowers; wave of water |
| 74 | Cubbie | Help |
| 75 | Cuckoo | Assistant helper |
| 76 | Dahlia | To penetrate |
| 77 | Daisy | Titan, moon |
| 78 | Deborah | Red flower |
| 79 | Deryn | Venerable, classical, ancient |
| 80 | Dexter | Demon or fairy |
| 81 | Dicki | One who shines with fame |
| 82 | Dimple | Joy |
| 83 | Dimpy | White rose |
| 84 | Dipu | Noble women or princess |
| 85 | Dola | One of the tri-goddess |
| 86 | Dolly | Peaceful |
| 87 | Dona | Sservant of Dionsys |
| 88 | Dora | Star lover |
| 89 | Drake | Spirit of woods |
| 90 | Drishti | Gift of God |
| 91 | Durga | Greek Goddess of Sun |
| 92 | Dushtu | The mighty one |
| 93 | Echo | Mirth and joy |
| 94 | Erica | Faith |
| 95 | Fawn | Roman goddess, means to dwell |
| 96 | Felix | Freedom, tree |
| 97 | Felu | Fair and pure |
| 98 | Fifi | Strong woman |
| 99 | Finch | Westwind |
| 100 | Gita | Life |
| 101 | Gitu | Diamonds |
| 102 | Gogol | Young tree with a slender trunk |
| 103 | Goli | Star |
| 104 | Golu | Born during the returning moon |
| 105 | Goopi | New moon baby |
| 106 | Gopal | Thunder; Bear those voice who makes the rocks trembles |
| 107 | Gopi | To spread the wings |
| 108 | Gora | Alive |
| 109 | Guddu | Absorbed in; Identical |
| 110 | Gudiya | Brilliant |
| 111 | Gul | God of splendour |
| 112 | Hansa | adventurous and spiritual |
| 113 | Hansel | Eyes like a pigeon |
| 114 | Hari | Takshika |
| 115 | Hawk | Goddess Lakshmi |
| 116 | Heather | Brave as Lord Shiva |
| 117 | Hector | Palm of the hand |
| 118 | Heer | Nightingale |
| 119 | Hellen | Snow angels |
| 120 | Holly | Morning dew |
| 121 | Ibha | Young |
| 122 | Indigo | Young |
| 123 | Iris | A beautiful gift |
| 124 | Ishita | Night |
| 125 | Ishu | Remover of darkness |
| 126 | Ivy | A tree with very dark bark |
| 127 | Jabaa | Belonging to a place full of Tamal |
| 128 | Jafri | Desire; wish |
| 129 | Jai | Spicy |
| 130 | Janki | A river; Darkness |
| 131 | Janu | Whole; Perfect |
| 132 | Jasmine | Night; Rest; A river |
| 133 | Jassi | Darkness |
| 134 | Jay | Night |
| 135 | Jo | Magic |
| 136 | Joy | Beautiful |
| 137 | Juhi | Desire; wish |
| 138 | Juhit | Lord VIshnu |
| 139 | June | Copper |
| 140 | Kabir | Name of a river |
| 141 | Kalki | Name of a raga |
| 142 | Kamal | A blessing for richness or wealthiness |
| 143 | Kanha | Beautiful princess |
| 144 | Karabi | Attractive; Slender |
| 145 | Karan | Daughter; Born of the body; Son |
| 146 | Kasturi | Very calm; In Deep concentration |
| 147 | Ketki | Delicate |
| 148 | Keya | Fairy queen; Ambition; Goddess of physique |
| 149 | Kifat | Beautiful |
| 150 | Kimana | Fairy or princess |
| 151 | Kipper | Daughter; Born of the body |
| 152 | Kitty | Apsara; Rope |
| 153 | Krish | Beautiful; Slenderness |
| 154 | Kuhu | Goddess of gold & Angel; A flower |
| 155 | Kunal | Fairy queen; Ambition; Goddess of physique |
| 156 | Laado | Goddess Durga; Serpent lady; Fairy queen |
| 157 | Laajo | Born on Monday |
| 158 | Laksh | Goddess of gold; Daughter |
| 159 | Lala | Goddess Durga; Serpent lady; Fairy queen |
| 160 | Lalli | Goddess of gold; Daughter |
| 161 | Lark | Fairy princess |
| 162 | Leilani | Absorbed |
| 163 | Lema | Engrossed; Absorbed |
| 164 | Leo | Absorbed; Calm; Engrossed; Reincarnated; Concentrate |
| 165 | Leona | Ecstatic |
| 166 | Lila | Loyal; Sincere & dedicated; Devoted |
| 167 | Lilac | Power |
| 168 | Lili | Beautiful Princess |
| 169 | Lily | Reincarnation |
| 170 | Lolo | Body; SLim |
| 171 | Louie | Daughter |
| 172 | Lucy | Trustworthy; Travel Lover; Capable |
| 173 | Luv | Daughter |
| 174 | Lynx | Daughter |
| 175 | Mahi | Slender |
| 176 | Marigold | Slim creeper-like body |
| 177 | Marshall | Hunger |
| 178 | Meerab | Flower |
| 179 | Michelle | Daughter |
| 180 | Mili | Blessing |
| 181 | Mishka | Beautiful |
| 182 | Misht | Sweet |
| 183 | Mitu | Beautiful; Shapely; With a divine body |
| 184 | Mowgli | Acceptable |
| 185 | Namir | Great devotee |
| 186 | Nancy | Perfect manner |
| 187 | Nasreen | Ray of light |
| 188 | Nemo | Slender; Beautiful; Delicate |
| 189 | Nilu | Beautiful person; Goddess Durga |
| 190 | Nimerah | Beautiful as Nature; Soft; Beautiful |
| 191 | Nimra | Slender; Beautiful; Delicate |
| 192 | Niraj | Caring |
| 193 | Niru | Self-searching |
| 194 | Nonte | Ambition |
| 195 | Nutz | Relevation |
| 196 | Om | Never does bad |
| 197 | Oshu | River Godavari |
| 198 | Palash | Female ascetic |
| 199 | Paloma | One who is engaged in penance |
| 200 | Panda | One who is spiritual and meditate of God |
| 201 | Pankaj | Meditation |
| 202 | Pansy | The Sun’s daughter; A river; Heat; One who has undergone penance |
| 203 | Pappu | Name of a river |
| 204 | Paro | The river Godavari |
| 205 | Pebbles | The Sun’s daughter; A river; Heat; One who has undergone penance |
| 206 | Pihu | Star; The pupil of the eye; Meteor; Fragrance |
| 207 | Pikachu | Star; Meteor; Pupil of the eye; Palms |
| 208 | Pike | Star |
| 209 | Piku | Goddess Parvati, Consort of Tarkeshwar |
| 210 | Pinky | Starry night |
| 211 | Piya | Honeybee; Nectar |
| 212 | Poe | A group of stars shining in the sky |
| 213 | Pooch | A musical composition; Song; Voice |
| 214 | Pooh | River |
| 215 | Poppy | The Earth; Boat |
| 216 | Portia | River Yamuna, Surya putri Yamuna |
| 217 | Prishu | Something intricately carved, star |
| 218 | Proshu | Generous |
| 219 | Pushp | A small star, starlet; Divine; Film actress |
| 220 | Pushpa | Saviour: She who frees; She who delivers from sin; Another name for Goddess Durga; Goddess Parvati |
| 221 | Radha | Seven stars representing seven great saints |
| 222 | Radhey | Goddess Durga; The forefinger; A form of Durga |
| 223 | Raihan | The first finger |
| 224 | Raj | Goddess Parvati; The consort of Tarkeshwar |
| 225 | Raja | Honeybee; Nectar |
| 226 | Rajasuy | A group of stars shining in the sky |
| 227 | Raji | Goddess Durga; Same as Gayatri |
| 228 | Raju | River Yamuna, Surya putri Yamuna |
| 229 | Ralph | Offering made to divine entities |
| 230 | Ranbir | Satisfying; Offering oblations |
| 231 | Rancho | Thirsty; Desirous |
| 232 | Rani | Tree |
| 233 | Raven | A creeper |
| 234 | Rehan | A young girl; Young |
| 235 | Remy | A young girl; Young women |
| 236 | Ren | Young girl |
| 237 | Ria | Young woman |
| 238 | Rick | Courage; Victory |
| 239 | Ricky | Goddess |
| 240 | Rini | Birth |
| 241 | Rinky | Prosperity |
| 242 | Rishu | Horse |
| 243 | Riva | Charming |
| 244 | Roger | A river in heaven |
| 245 | Rohit | Resurrection |
| 246 | Rose | Demoness (rakshasi) killed by Rama; Mother of Mareecha |
| 247 | Rosie | River |
| 248 | Rosy | Alive |
| 249 | Rudolph | Goddesss Durga |
| 250 | Rudra | Cute |
| 251 | Russel | Heaven; Strong; Brave; Vigorous; Divine |
| 252 | Sabu | The name of Goddess Durga; Courage; Divine; Strength; Bravery; Virgin; Rive |
| 253 | Sage | Engrossed in God |
| 254 | Sanjana | Little gem |
| 255 | Sanju | Sea |
| 256 | Sayalee | Fresh |
| 257 | Scooby | On the name of Rashi Libra |
| 258 | Senna | Holy water |
| 259 | Shambhu | Teesta |
| 260 | Shanaya | intelligent and wise |
| 261 | Shilu | Elegance |
| 262 | Shinoo | Energetic; Brilliant |
| 263 | Shiuli | With divine power and grace; Radiant or bright |
| 264 | Shonku | Lustrous or bright or radiant or intelligent; Brave; Powerful; Celebrated; Energetic; Noble; Brilliant |
| 265 | Shoona | Beauty; Brightness |
| 266 | Shree | Lustrous; Energetic; Gifted; Brilliant |
| 267 | Shruti | Illustrations of Lord Shiva; Bright |
| 268 | Sidhhu | Lustrous; Energetic; Gifted; Brilliant |
| 269 | Simran | Brightness |
| 270 | Sireesh | Energetic; Gifted; Brilliant |
| 271 | Sita | Radiant; Brilliant |
| 272 | Sonu | Brilliant; Energetic |
| 273 | Sorrel | Full of effulgence |
| 274 | Sri | Another name for Goddess Durga |
| 275 | Sunny | Win |
| 276 | Suri | With divine power and grace; Radiant or bright |
| 277 | Surya | Full of light |
| 278 | Swami | Enthusiastic |
| 279 | Swara | Forever or alone |
| 280 | Tasu | Harvest |
| 281 | Teela | Late summer |
| 282 | Tolu | Happiness; Survivor |
| 283 | Tora | Compassionate |
| 284 | Tubl | The Earth |
| 285 | Tuli | Lotus flower; Pure and Lovely |
| 286 | Tulip | Pride of the Tamilians |
| 287 | Tweety | Attractive; Slender |
| 288 | Ursula | Daughter |
| 289 | Vanessa | Ambition |
| 290 | Vasu | Golden |
| 291 | Veeru | Apsara; Rope |
| 292 | Vicky | Beautiful; Slenderness |
| 293 | Viju | Goddess of gold & Angel; A flower |
| 294 | Vikram | Ambition |
| 295 | Vini | Goddess of Gold and Angel |
| 296 | Vinu | Loyal; Sincere & dedicated; Devoted |
| 297 | Violet | Independent |
| 298 | Vish | Absorbed |
| 299 | Vyom | Concentration; Ecstasy |
| 300 | Willi | South Queen |
| 301 | Winnie | Beautiful princess |
| 302 | Wolf | Daughter |
| 303 | Yara | Blessing |
| 304 | Yasmin | Beauty |
| 305 | Zach | Great devotee |
| 306 | Zev | Self-love |
| 307 | Zinnia | Gold |
Trending and Latest Nicknames For Baby Boys And Girls
It is common for parents to have trendy names that are loved by all, In the present times not only the names but even the nicknames are inspired or copied from the celebrity kids. They try to give the same name, so it sounds very different, trendy and cool. Newness and freshness with uniqueness is the key to keeping up with the trends.
A few trendy and latest nicknames to choose from are presented in a tabular form below.
| SL No | Name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Aarav |
| 2 | Abe |
| 3 | Addey |
| 4 | Ahil |
| 5 | Alee |
| 6 | Alia |
| 7 | Amee |
| 8 | Amy |
| 9 | Archie |
| 10 | Aroo |
| 11 | Arshi |
| 12 | Arya |
| 13 | Asmi |
| 14 | Avni |
| 15 | Bebo |
| 16 | Bella |
| 17 | Ben |
| 18 | Bunz |
| 19 | Cindy |
| 20 | Coco |
| 21 | Dino |
| 22 | Dora |
| 23 | Duggu |
| 24 | Freddie |
| 25 | Gina |
| 26 | Kiku |
| 27 | Lilly |
| 28 | Maddy |
| 29 | Mahi |
| 30 | Mandy |
| 31 | Misha |
| 32 | Nikki |
| 33 | Nitara |
| 34 | Nyasa |
| 35 | Pakhi |
Nicknames Based on Baby’s Personality
Nicknames are sweet and cute ones just like every baby. Babies are different from each other and have some distinct qualities as well. Every baby will have some peculiar personality traits which have nothing to do with names. Since a name becomes an entity of the child, few parents look for nicknames with deep meaning and not just rhythmic and catchy ones. Some of the names with meanings are listed below.
| SL No | Name | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aacharappan | Restless or proactive |
| 2 | Aadhan | Be First |
| 3 | Aadhish | King, Emperor, Ruler, Person with supreme power |
| 4 | Aadipta | Intelligent |
| 5 | Abhik | Fearless |
| 6 | Adil | Honest |
| 7 | Agrim | Leader |
| 8 | Aiman | Fearless |
| 9 | Akram | Excellent |
| 10 | Alhad | Joy |
| 11 | Amanda | Active |
| 12 | Amish | Honest |
| 13 | Amogh | Unerring |
| 14 | Anbu | Kindness |
| 15 | Anup | The best |
| 16 | Arokya | Pious, healthy |
| 17 | Ashi | Always smiling |
| 18 | Ashu | Quick |
| 19 | Asya | Graceful |
| 20 | Bhavi | Emotional |
| 21 | Bukka | Loving |
| 22 | Daksha | Talented |
| 23 | Eka | Unique |
| 24 | Ezhil | Beauty |
| 25 | Farhan | Cheerful |
| 26 | Garv | Proud |
| 27 | Gaura | Fair |
| 28 | Gaya | Wise |
| 29 | Gudiya | Doll |
| 30 | Irya | Powerful |
| 31 | Jitu | Winner |
| 32 | Kaay | Innocent |
| 33 | Kaira | Peaceful |
| 34 | Kalpa | Fit |
| 35 | Kamya | Beautiful |
| 36 | Laboni | Grace |
| 37 | Lalita | Beautiful |
| 38 | Lena | Tender |
| 39 | Lona | Pretty |
| 40 | Manu | Wise |
| 41 | Mohak | Attractive |
| 42 | Mudit | Happy |
| 43 | Nabita | Fearless |
| 44 | Namita | Humble |
| 45 | Paavai | Beautiful girl |
| 46 | Paavan | Pure |
| 47 | Padmalochan | Eyes like a lotus |
| 48 | Parv | Strong |
| 49 | Raima | Pleasing |
| 50 | Rutu | Dull |
| 51 | sachika | One who is kind |
| 52 | sanjushree | Beautiful |
| 53 | Selma | Fair |
| 54 | sendhen | Sweet as honey |
| 55 | shashibala | The moon |
| 56 | Sheela | Cool |
| 57 | shubhita | Graceful,shoning |
| 58 | Vana | Intelligent |
| 59 | Veer | Brave |
| 60 | Zaina | Beautiful |
Tips For Selecting Nickname or Pet Name for Your Baby
Selection of pet name or nickname is not too difficult, but one must know the basis for selection. Few names are random ones that come to mind which can be due to love. However, in order to choose the right name, some tips can be followed which are:
1. Cut Short Your Baby’s Good Name
It is easy to give a nickname by cutting short the baby’s formal name and making one. For example, a nickname for girls can be Shivi for Shivika or for boys, it can be Vicky for Vikram.
2. Combining Parents Name
It is also easy to take half of each parent’s name and then combine them to make a beautiful name, For example, Tashvi and Ashutosh can be Tashu.
3. Names Of Favourite Characters
Another good way to name the baby after any cartoon or animated characters/movie characters or so on. For example, Poo from Winnie the Pooh
4. Names of Gods
The grandparents In India try to nickname the grandchild in the name of gods for them to be more virtuous. For example, Sia, Kanhaiyaa, Gopal etc., are all named after gods.
5. What Comes to Your Mind First
A good way to give a nickname can be to keep any name that comes first to mind. For example; A baby boy by the name of Kinu or a girl’s name by the name of Ilu.
6. Giving an Easy And Catchy Name
Give a nickname that is really catchy and easy to remember. For example, names like chiku, kuhu, pihu, aashu, etc.
Pet names or nicknames are convenient for the parents as well as the child. As time passes the nick and cute names become part of the child and even dear to them. Some kids get famous due to these names while many kids start having similar traits as that of the name especially the nicknames with deep meaning or the ones kept after gods. So take care of the choices and go ahead and nickname the baby in whatever way one wishes to.
Read Also: 10 Tips For Choosing The Right Name For Your Baby
