Vintage Nicknames for Boys
Vintage nicknames that were once widely used for boys and might be revived by modern parents include:
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Augie
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Bat
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Bige
The Biblical Abijah might be temporarily lost to time, but this antiquated short form could move with it into the modern era. Read More
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Cager
Sounds a bit like a nickname in a Dickens novel, but this short form was used in New England a few centuries ago, back when names like Micajah were popular. Both short and long forms are now ripe ... Read More
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Cal
A homey sitting-by-the fire-type nickname name. Read More
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Chan
Whether it's an Asian surname-name or short for Channing, has a sound and feel that's both simple and stand-out. Read More
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Chas
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Clem
Laid-back and humble, with a distinctive down-home charm. Read More
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Con
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Cy
Where Sam, Max, and Gus may be leading us. Read More
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