Boyish Nicknames for Girls

Nat

Diminutive of Natalie or Natalia, French or Russian

"birthday of the Lord"

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. Nat Cook is…

Monty

English

"pointed hill"

Diminutive of Montague or Montgomery that has long been used as a standalone for boys – and for a few girls too, especially during the middle years of the 20th century. It has largely fallen out of…

Vinny

Diminutive of Lavinia or feminization of Vincent

Vinny or more usually Vinnie, believe it or not, used to a more common nickname for girls than it is now. Along with Ollie, Bertie, and Gussie. it was a 19th century version of a gender neutral name.

Artie

Celtic

"bear"

Artie is usually short for Arthur, but with boyish nicknames like Billie and Frankie rising it may be time to consider Artie for a girl too. Artie works as a sweet retro tomboy name, a possible…

Moe

English, Hebrew, Japanese

"beloved, bitter; delivered; bud, sprout"

Traditionally a masculine diminutive of Moses or Morris, Moe has also been used for Moriah, Maureen, Moira, and Maura, ultimately variations of the classic Mary. It could work equally well as a…

Augie

Diminutive of Augusta, Augustine or August, Latin

"great, magnificent"

Augie is one of a bundle of adorable boyish nicknames newly fashionable for girls, rarer than Billie. A twist on Angie and riding on the coattails of newly fashionable August -- Augie is a spunky,…

Mo

Diminutive of Maureen, Irish variation of Mary, Hebrew

"bitter"

Mo is a punchy, unisex nickname with endless versatility, from Maureen to Morgan to the British favorite Imogen. Its simplicity and charm make it a modern pick for parents embracing minimalist names…

Mikie

Short form of Micaela or Michele, feminine variations of Michael, Hebrew

"who is like God"

Mikie is a boyish nickname-name of a style that's becoming more popular, ala Billie, Frankie, Stevie, and Scottie. New Jersey Congresswoman and former Navy pilot Mikie Sherrill is a noted bearer.…

Bernie

English diminutive of Bernadette, Bernadine, or Bernice, German

"brave as a bear"

Bernie is an old school unisex nickname name, on the order of Bobbie or Willie. But with Billie and her tomboyish crew coming back, it's time to get Bernie on your radar! Bernie has a certain vintage…

Bert

Diminutive of Alberta or Bertha, English or German

"noble, bright; bright, glorious"

Previously reserved for Ernie's companion on Sesame Street , Bert may find new life as a girl's name amid the rising trend of boyish nicknames for girls. With its short, spunky style, Bert fits…

Micki

Diminutive of Michelle or Michaela, Hebrew

"who is like God"

Briefly cool in the 1950s, but now gone the way of Ricki and Nikki. More contemporary: Mikie or Mikey.

Pim

Dutch diminutive of Willem or William

"resolute protection"

Pim is traditionally a male nickname in the Netherlands, but its relative obscurity in the US would allow you to get away with using it for a daughter. This name has never been recorded in the US -…

Geri

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

"ruler with the spear"

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

Mart

Diminutive of Martina, Latin

"of Mars"

Traditionally a diminutive of Martin or Martina, Mart fits within the rising trend of boyish nicknames for girls. Though many minds may go to "mini mart" or "shopping mart" so Martie is preferable.

Cal

Diminutive of Caroline

"free man"

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. Yet…

Mack

Scottish, Irish

"son of"

Mack, a no-nonsense nickname with roots in Mackenzie, is part of the growing trend of boyish names for girls. Its crisp, modern feel gives it standout appeal alongside similar picks like Max and…

Landie

English, South African

"land; violet; landowner; country"

A unisex nickname style name, similar in sound and feel to Andie, Candy, Indy, or Danny, Landie could be a short form of any name including the land element. This includes Holland, Orlanda, Scotland,…

Cass

English diminutive of Cassandra or Cassia, Greek

"shining or excelling man; cinnamon"

Ties to the unfortunate Mama are now unraveling, leaving Cass or Cassie to stand on its own as a fresher sounding Cathy or Kate. With gender-neutral names abound and the growing trend of boyish…

Rafa

Arabic

"happiness, prosperity"

Sounds a bit like a shortening of Rafael or a condensation of Rafaela, but Rafa is a name in its own right. Whether you use it as a full name or a nickname, Rafa's casual coolness could allow it to…

Stewie

Female diminutive of Stewart, Scottish

"steward"

While Stewie Griffin from Family Guy may come to mind, boyish nicknames for girls are in and Stewie may offer a fresh way to honor Grandpa Stewart. It also offers a fun twist on rapidly rising Stevie.