160+ Fun Nicknames for Baby Girls To Match Her Personality

Are you looking for unique, cute, and unforgettable baby girl nicknames you can give to your little one? We’ve got tons to choose from, so keep reading for over 160 adorable nicknames for your baby girl. Take a look through popular and classic names, along with names inspired by food, animals, nature, and more. We also spoke to baby name experts and a baby name consultant to help you learn how to choose the best nickname you can!

Our Favorite Baby Girl Nicknames

Baby name expert Tara Collins suggests nicknames inspired by the natural world, like “Ivy, Aspen, Flora, and Juniper.” You can also find adorable nicknames that are food-based or nature-related. Other baby girl nicknames include:

Popular: Bell, Dee, Evie, Kit, Lexi, Lia, Livvy, Patsy, Talia, Trix.
Food-related: Cookie, Cupcake, Dumpling, Pumpkin, Shortcake, Sweet Pea.
Animal-inspired: Bee, Funny Bunny, Guppy, Lady Bug, Lark, Monkey, Swan, Wren.
Nature-based: Aspen, Daisy, Flora, Goldie, Holly, Iris, Juniper, Rose, Willow.

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Classic Baby Girl Nicknames

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Choose short forms of her name that match her. Unique nicknames for girls can sound completely different from the name they came from. For instance, Maddy has a whole other feel when compared to Madeleine, while Rosita is much more exotic than Rosemary. Baby name expert Chloe Hodgson appreciates “playful, fun, nicknamey names for girls, like Cece, Lexi, Gigi, and Dixie.”^{[1]
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- Ari
- Bella
- Bree
- Cece
- Gigi
- Lina
- Dixie
- Maddy
- Millie
- Rosita
- Soph
- Tori
- Vicky
- Vivvy^{[2]
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Meet the wikiHow Experts

Chloe Hodgson is a baby name expert who specializes in exploring different types of names and nicknames.

Dr. Hayley Elizabeth Wilson is a naming consultant and early childhood expert based in Liverpool, England who shares name meanings, naming tips, and other inspiration on social media @little_name_library.

Tara Collins is a baby name consultant based in the Gold Coast, Australia. Tara established The Name Nest in 2018 after her personal journey of selecting her children’s names.

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Unique Baby Girl Nicknames

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Stand out with adorable names that stick. Use your imagination to find unique nicknames to call your baby girl, like Gummy Bear, Munchkin, and Coco. Fairy-tale characters tend to be favorites, including Bo Peep, Little Miss Muffet, and Tinkerbell. Decide on something you’ll love to call her, and you think she’ll love being referred to.
- Bo Peep
- Boo
- Buttercup
- Coco
- Cricket
- Cuddles
- Dreamy
- Drooly Julie
- Gem
- Gummy Bear
- Little Miss Muffet
- Munchin
- Rinnie
- Tinkerbell^{[3]
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Nicknames Based on Popular Girl Names

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Discover the variety of nicknames that start with one classic name. If you’re looking for a special nickname for your little one, but aren’t sure where to start, try exploring the many short forms of her given name. The hottest girl names like Elizabeth, Helena, and Olivia offer many choices for nicknames. You can even invent your own just by looking at the name and deciding which part of it you want to keep as a nickname.
- Alexandra: Alex, Allie, Lexi
- Beatrice: Bea, Bitty, Trix, Trixie
- Cassandra: Cass, Cassie, Sandy
- Danielle: Dana, Dani, Dee, Elle, Ellie
- Elizabeth: Beth, Betsy, Betty, Elle, Lizzy, Bess
- Evelyn: Ev, Eve, Evie, Lynn
- Gwyneth: Gwen, Gwennie, Gen, Winnie
- Helena: Elena, Ellie, Helen, Lena
- Isabella: Bell, Bella, Isa
- Jacqueline: Jackie, Jax, Lynn
- Katherine: Kat, Kathy, Katie, Kit
- Natalia: Nat, Natie, Talia, Lia
- Olivia: Liv, Livia, Livvy, Olive
- Patricia: Patty, Trish, Tricia, Patsy^{[4]
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Chloe Hodgson
Baby Name Expert
Chloe Hodgson is a Baby Name Expert.

Chloe Hodgson
Baby Name Expert

Bess feels old-fashioned and vintage at the same time. Bess and Bessie come from Elizabeth, but they sound really simple and sweet.

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Sweet Baby Girl Nicknames

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Channel your love for her into nicknames that make you smile. Sweet nicknames can be just as fun as any you choose, so make sure they reflect your baby girl’s demeanor and/or looks. A lot of them are names meaning “small,” which are ideal for your “pint-sized” baby girl. From Curly Sue to Mini Me, you’ve got tons of delightful choices.
- Babydoll
- Blondie
- Brown-Eyed Girl
- Curly Sue
- Dollface
- Half-Pint
- Itsy Bitsy
- Mini Me
- Pixie
- Smiley
- Squirt
- Stinker
- Sweetheart
- Tiny^{[5]
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Funny Baby Girl Nicknames

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Use your sense of humor as a guide. You can get as kooky as you want when giving your baby a funny girl nickname. Use everything from a play on words (Babykins) to rhymes (Chunky Monkey) to get your point across. Decide on something that’s fun but also a name you’ll like calling her from day to day.
- Ankle Biter
- Babykins
- Chubs
- Chunky Monkey
- Cutie Patootie
- Gigglebutt
- Ittie Bittie
- Scrappy Do
- Smoochie
- Snookie
- Snugabug
- Thumbkin
- Waddles
- Wiggly Butt^{[6]
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Short Baby Girl Nicknames

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Push the limit on how short a nickname can be. While most nicknames tend to be shorter than the original, you might think to use the briefest version possible. It’s easy to remember, and if you’re naming your baby girl, an extra-short nickname could be one she can eventually learn how to say easily. From classics like Flo and Dot to unique nicknames like Ro, Ry, and Til, you’ve got plenty to play with.
- Dot
- Flo
- Gen
- Han
- Jo
- Lil
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- Mia
- Mo
- Ro
- Ry
- Sis
- Til
- Vi

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Stylish Baby Girl Nicknames

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Give her a fancy name that might also be currently trending. Some of the following cool nicknames are considered stylish and feminine. Others use a different spelling than expected. Discover how cool the names Lanie (for Elaine), Ash (for Ashley), and Emmie (for Emily) can be. She’ll be the talk of the neighborhood before she even knows how to talk!
- Ash
- Bella
- Brookie
- Cammy
- Emmie
- Hart
- Jojo
- Lanie
- Mellie
- Mimi
- Sher
- Tilly^{[8]
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Powerful Baby Girl Nicknames

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Embrace her strong side with a mighty nickname. If you know you have a little warrior girl on your hands, give her a nickname that speaks to that (or, just call her Warrior Girl!). Other unforgettable choices include Boss Baby for the bossy types and Lioness for your young cub. Whichever you decide on, she’ll be sure to feel as powerful as she should.
- Baby Ruth
- Boss Baby
- Captain Marvel
- Dynomighty
- Jade
- Lioness
- Mighty Mama
- Powerhouse
- Queenie
- Rebel
- Rockstar
- Superstar
- Toughie Chica
- Warrior Girl^{[9]
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Cute Baby Girl Nicknames

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Turn on the cute when you nickname your baby girl. There is no shortage of adorable, charming nicknames your baby girl will love. From Bumpy and Smalls to Penny and Pebbles, you’ll find a wide variety of inspiration from many sources, including TV, cartoons, and her behaviors. Whichever name sticks most, go with it.
- Bumpy
- Dot
- Flicker
- Gussie
- Miracle
- Pebbles
- Penny
- Sleepy Girl
- Smalls
- Tiny Tornado
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- Wiggles
- Winnie
- Wonder Woman^{[11]
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Food-Related Baby Girl Nicknames

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Take a nickname from the food world and all things delicious. A good place to start is by figuring out all of her favorite foods and going from there. If she’s a sweets lover, call her Cookie or Honeybun. If she loves to munch on cereal, perhaps her name should be Cocoa Puff. Honor her favorite flavors, whether they’re Peanut, Peppermint, or Pumpkin.
- Cocoa Puff
- Cookie
- Cupcake
- Dumpling
- Honeybun
- Jellybean
- Milkshake
- Muffin
- Nugget
- Peanut
- Peppermint
- Pumpkin
- Shortcake
- Sugar
- Sweet Pea
- Tater Tot^{[12]
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Animal-Inspired Baby Girl Nicknames

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Get inspired by the adorable babies in the animal kingdom. From cubs to kittens and birds, you’ve got a lot of animal cuteness to choose from. Naming consultant Dr. Hayley Elizabeth Wilson notes that “bird names such as Wren, Dove, or Lark” are popular among animal nicknames. Other choices include “Aya, Birdie, Robyn, and Sparrow.”^{[13]
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- Bee
- Birdie
- Dove
- Funny Bunny
- Guppy
- Kitty
- Lady Bug
- Lark
- Monkey
- Mouse
- Poodles
- Silly Goose
- Swan
- Wren

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Nature-Based Baby Girl Nicknames

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Get in touch with nature for a nickname to remember. From names taken from the weather to ones including flowers and trees, decide on what speaks to you the most. Dr. Wilson suggests “Willow, Aspen, Juniper, Maple, Briar, or Linden.”^{[14]
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Expert Interview} Baby name expert Tara Collins also adds “Iris, Rose, and Daisy” to the list. She reminds that “Marigold can be shortened to Mary or Goldie.”^{[15]
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- Aspen
- Briar
- Daisy
- Flora
- Goldie
- Holly
- Iris
- Juniper
- Linden
- Maple
- Rose
- Stormy
- Sunny
- Willow^{[16]
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How to Choose Nicknames for a Baby Girl

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Let her given name be a starting point. Be playful and descriptive when you alter their given name to a fun, cute nickname they’ll love. For example, if their name is Katherine, you might like Kathy, or would prefer going for something unique, like Reeny or Kath. You can also build on their given name so it becomes something else. For instance, instead of Tammy, call her Tammy the T-Rex or Tammy Whammy. For example:
- Olivia can become Liv, Livia, Livvy, or even Olive.
- Delores can be Lola, Lolita, Loles, or Lolalita.
- Elizabeth becomes Eliza, Lizzy, Betty, Beth, Liz, and Birdie.
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Choose a name that reflects their personality or traits. If you want to come up with a nickname that’s descriptive, decide on one that speaks to who they are. Choose a name that reminds you of their personality—for example, “Shy Girl,” “Giggles,” or “Wild One.” You can also use a name that’s related to a cute physical trait, like “Pip Squeak,” “Blondie,” or “Half Pint.” Here are some more examples:^{[17]
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- Rosy
- Drooly Julie
- Cuddles
- Itsy Bitsy
- According to Dr. Wilson, “names shape how a child is introduced to the world. While personality matters most, a name can subtly influence confidence, self-image, and even how others respond to them. A name with love and intention behind it becomes a steady foundation for identity.”^{[18]
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Name them after your favorite characters. When you’re a super fan, it’s hard not to name your little girl after figures or characters that both of you love. Even if her given name doesn’t match up, try using a pop culture-inspired moniker when you next call her. Some unique possibilities could be:
- Winnie (Winnie the Pooh)
- Little Miss Muffet (nursery rhyme)
- Tinkerbell (Peter Pan)
- Wonder Woman (comic and TV series)