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Boyish Nicknames for Girls

  1. Olly

    • Origin:

      Short form of Olive or Olivia, Latin

    • Meaning:

      "olive tree"

    • Description:

      Olly is used less often as a nickname for the mega-popular Olivia or the stylish Olive than Ellie is for Eleanor or Allie for Allison. That may be because Olly has a much longer use as a nickname for boys.
  2. Nat

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Natalie or Natalia, French or Russian

    • Meaning:

      "birthday of the Lord"

    • Description:

      Nat, a sharp and versatile nickname, comes from classics like Natalie, Natalia, and Natasha. With its boyish edge, it fits right in with the rising trend of short, unisex names for girls.
  3. Davy

    • Origin:

      Short form of David, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "beloved"

    • Description:

      Davy (or Davey) is a little-used member of the trendy new group of boyish nicknames for girls, which includes Stevie, Scottie, and Billie. Maybe that's because there's no good feminine form of David -- we have heard Davette and Davida, but don't recommend them. But Davy could be cute for girl.
  4. Ty

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of various Ty-beginning names

    • Meaning:

      "tiler of roofs; land"

    • Description:

      Short and simple Ty could work as an alternative to Kai or Sky, or as a short form of Tyler/Tyla or Tyra.
  5. Van

    • Description:

      Van as a feminine name is quite uncommon, as it's more frequently encountered as a male name or surname across various cultures. Of Vietnamese origin, Van can mean 'cloud' and is often used as a middle name for both genders. In Dutch contexts, it appears primarily as a prefix in surnames meaning 'from' or 'of.' As a standalone feminine name, Van has a minimalist, modern appeal with its brief, single-syllable structure. The simplicity provides a gender-neutral quality that aligns with contemporary naming trends favoring concise, versatile options. Though rare for girls, its cross-cultural connections and straightforward pronunciation make it an intriguing choice for parents seeking something distinctively brief yet meaningful.

  6. Wyn

    • Description:

      Wyn is a feminine name with Welsh origins, though it can also be used for males in its original context. Derived from the Welsh word "gwyn" meaning "fair," "blessed," or "white," Wyn embodies brightness and purity. As a standalone name, it carries a simple elegance with its concise, single-syllable format. In Welsh naming traditions, it often appears as a component in compound names or as a nickname. Despite its ancient roots, Wyn maintains a contemporary feel with its short, crisp sound. The name remains uncommon in English-speaking countries outside of Wales, giving it a distinctive quality. Its minimalist charm appeals to parents seeking something brief yet meaningful with authentic Celtic heritage.

  7. Hank

    • Origin:

      Short form of Henry or Henrietta, German

    • Meaning:

      "estate ruler"

    • Description:

      Until recently, Hank was not on the table for baby girls. But with the new generation of girls called Billie, Frankie, and Stevie, it's a fresh possibility.
  8. Martie

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Martina or Martha, Latin or Aramaic

    • Meaning:

      "of Mars; lady"

    • Description:

      With echoes of Marty McFly, Martie is a charming retro nickname name which might derive from Martina, Martha, or even Marceline or Matilda. Part of the growing trend of boyish names for girls, its vintage, approachable feel gives it standout appeal alongside similar picks like Scottie and Frankie.
  9. Waldi

    • Origin:

      German, Dutch, English

    • Meaning:

      "rule; valley of the Welsh, wooded valley"

    • Description:

      Similar in style to Teddy, Frankie, Leni, and Murphy, Waldi is both a German and Dutch short form of names including the walt element. such as Waltraud or Walda, or an English diminutive of surname-style name, Walden. Predominantly used as a masculine name, it is a unisex name in Germany.
  10. Paddy

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Patricia, Irish

    • Meaning:

      "noble, patrician"

    • Description:

      Paddy is generally a nickname for the male Patrick, and not one used very often any more due to its derogatory connotations. But plausibly this could be a short form for Patricia.
  11. Pat

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Patricia

    • Meaning:

      "noble, patrician"

    • Description:

      An early and still quintessentially gender-neutral name, now supplanted by thousands of fresher options. Hasn't been recorded as a given name since 1991.
  12. Cal

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Caroline

    • Meaning:

      "free man"

    • Description:

      If Caroline is too classic and Callie too cutesy, Cal might work as a cool alternative. Well established and currently in the Top 1000 for boys, it has potential as a gender neutral option too.
  13. Tedda

    • Origin:

      Short form of Theodora, Greek

    • Meaning:

      "gift of god"

    • Description:

      An alternative to Thea and Dora, Tedda is a nickname for Theodora that manages to feel both cutesy and boyish at the same time. Landing somewhere between Freddie and Bambi or between Sasha and Honey, Tedda is rarely used as a given name.
  14. Kordy

    • Origin:

      Short form of Cordelia, Kordelia, or Cordula

    • Meaning:

      "heart"

    • Description:

      A diminutive of Cordelia or Cordula, Kordy could work as an alternative to Katie, Kadie or Korey. It could come from the Latin cor meaning "heart".
  15. Matti

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Martha or Matilda, Aramaic or "lady; battle-mighty"

    • Meaning:

      "lady; battle-mighty"

    • Description:

      Matti could be a short form of Martha, Matilda, or even Madeline. The -i ending makes it feel cute and light. With names like Teddi trending for girls, Matti makes a spunky, tomboyish option.
  16. Geri

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Gerladine, feminine variation of Gerald, English and French

    • Meaning:

      "ruler with the spear"

    • Description:

      Out of fashion alongside the full form - Geraldine. But with boyish nicknames for girls rising, maybe Geri isn't so far out.
  17. Johnny

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of John

    • Meaning:

      "God is gracious"

    • Description:

      A unisex nickname style name, similar in sound and feel to Andie, Candy, Indy, or Danny. For boys, it's the ultimate midcentury nickname. But with boyish names for girls like Scottie and Charlie trending, more parents may branch out to Johnny.
  18. Sullie

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Sullivan, Irish surname

    • Meaning:

      "black-eyed one"

    • Description:

      Sullivan has been on the rise in recent years, predominantly for boys, but also for a growing number of girls: more than 100 in a recent year. Short form Sully has also begun to see occasional usage, fitting in to the trend of boyish nicknames for girls, but alternative spelling Sullie may appeal to parents who want to soften the name slightly, in line with Billie and Stevie. Meaning "black-eyed one" from its Irish origins, Sullie has only ever appeared in the US charts once, back in 1919, when it was used for 6 girls.
  19. Xan

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Alexandra, Greek

    • Meaning:

      "defending men"

    • Description:

      Cool, gender-neutral short form of Alexandra and company.
  20. Boz

    • Origin:

      Diminutive form of Bozoma, Bozhidara, Božica, or similar, Western African, Slavic

    • Meaning:

      "divine"

    • Description:

      A multicultural nickname style name, Boz has several different origins. It can derive from the Western African name, Bozoma, used in Ghana and borne by marketing executive, Real Housewife of Beverly Hills, and businessperson, Bozoma "Boz" Saint John. The name might mean "goddess", however other sources suggest it is a local, tribal name of the Nzema people.