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Crazy Nicknames for Girls

  1. Sister

    • Origin:

      English

    • Meaning:

      "a female who has one or both parents in common with another"

    • Description:

      Sister is an old-timey nickname-name for girls, ranking in the Top 1000 as a proper name for girls until the beginning of the 20th century. But more often, Sister was used as a nickname in the truest sense of the word, not a short form ala Kathy but a nickname in the way that Chip and Bud are. Or maybe Junior is a more appropriate name analogy: Sister was sometimes the nickname given to the only girl in a family of boys, so literally a descriptive word name like Junior.
  2. Barbie

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Barbara

    • Description:

      Despite the voluptuous doll's various career choices, from astronaut to doctor, her name still remains a euphemism for "bimbo".
  3. Bootsy

    • Origin:

      English diminutive

    • Description:

      A pet name that's usually unrelated to a person's given name. Musician Bootsy Collins was born William Earl.
  4. Biddy

    • Origin:

      Irish

    • Meaning:

      "strength or exalted one"

    • Description:

      A once very common Irish diminutive of Bridget that has unfortunately been associated since the 18th century with a pejorative slang term for an old or fussy woman.
  5. Corky

    • Origin:

      English diminutive of names that start with C

    • Description:

      Corky is an old-fashioned nickname, historically used more often for boys with names like Courtney, Corwin, or surnames with the "cor" element.
  6. Cissy

    • Description:

      Cissy is a feminine diminutive that traditionally serves as a nickname for names like Cecilia, Cecily, or Priscilla. Derived from the Latin 'caecus' meaning 'blind,' its root names were popularized by Saint Cecilia, the patron saint of music. Cissy has a distinctly vintage quality, having peaked in usage during the mid-20th century. It conveys a sweet, playful charm with its soft sounds and friendly vibe. While some might consider it primarily a nickname, Cissy has occasionally been used as a given name in its own right. The name projects an image of approachability and warmth, though in contemporary usage, some might prefer it as a familiar form rather than an official name. Its musical associations give it an artistic connection that adds depth to its cheerful character.

  7. Bizzy

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Elizabeth

    • Meaning:

      "pledged to God"

    • Description:

      Bizzy has a 1930s wisecracking waitress -- think Mitzi, Flossie, Fanny -- feel to it, yet at the same time feels like a fresh, modern nickname for Elizabeth. Given that any Bizzy better be, this name could be a way to make your Elizabeth stand out.
  8. Bitsy

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Elizabeth, Hebrew

    • Meaning:

      "pledged to God"

    • Description:

      The archetypal diminutive, in every sense of the word. Bitsy enjoyed some use as a nickname in the era when children were named after family members and then called by a cute pet name: Chip, Skip, Babe, Bitsy. As a full name, it has made the US list only three times: in 1943, 1958 and 1962.
  9. Baby

    • Origin:

      English word name, diminutive of Barbara, Latin

    • Meaning:

      "foreign woman"

    • Description:

      Baby is rarely seen as a given name — or even nickname — these days, although it did rank in the Top 1000 from 1989 to 2003. These instances can be accounted for in two ways. Firstly, infants whose birth certificates are not filled out on time are given generic placeholders for registration, such as Infant, Unknown, or Baby. But more influential during this decade was the 1987 movie Dirty Dancing, starring Jennifer Grey as Frances "Baby" Houseman. It's the origin of the famed line, "Nobody puts Baby in a corner."
  10. Dicy

    • Description:

      Dicy is a feminine name with historical American roots, particularly in the Southern United States. It likely originated as a diminutive form of names like Eurydice or Candice, or possibly as a nickname for Edith. In some cases, it may have been used as a spelling variation of Dicey, which was sometimes given as a proper name in the 18th and 19th centuries. The name has a quaint, vintage charm that connects to rural American heritage. Dicy has never been commonly used, remaining especially rare in modern times, with its peak usage occurring in the 19th century. This uncommon name might appeal to parents seeking a short, distinctive name with historical American connections and a sweet, simple sound.
  11. Mame

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Mary or Margaret

    • Description:

      Has a dotty, antic feel via dotty, antic Auntie Mame.
  12. Juul

    • Origin:

      Dutch diminutive of Julia, Latin

    • Meaning:

      "youthful"

    • Description:

      This Dutch version of Jules is used for both girls and boys. The association with the vaping product of the same name (but different pronunciation) makes this one a no-go in the US.
  13. Gert

    • Origin:

      Short form of Gertrude, German

    • Meaning:

      "strength of a spear"

    • Description:

      Gert is an old school nickname for one of the oldest school names, Gertrude. Only the most adventurous, so-far-out-it's-in baby namers will choose Gertrude or Gert today, but it's definitely geek chic.
  14. Lil

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Lillian and Lily, flower name

    • Meaning:

      "lily"

    • Description:

      Spunky old vaudeville era nickname name suddenly sounds new again.
  15. Zippy

    • Origin:

      Short form of Zipporah

    • Description:

      Zippy is a cute nickname that livens up the Biblical Zipporah. Too cute? Your call.
  16. Virgie

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of Virginia, Latin

    • Meaning:

      "virginal, pure"

    • Description:

      Virginia is a hundred years past its peak of the 1920s, but according to Nameberry's own Hundred Year Rule, that means it's due for a comeback. Indeed, Virginia's long downward slide leveled off and reversed over the past 15 years, which means we'll be hearing more little girls called Virgie -- not the easiest nickname to bear, but still a cute old-fashioned choice.
  17. Gertie

    • Origin:

      Short form of Gertrude

    • Description:

      Gertie has a certain homespun charm, summoning to mind butter-yellow braids and denim overalls, summoning mind the adorable character played by little Drew Barrymore in E.T. Is the world ready for the return of Gertie and Gertrude? Maybe?
  18. Pinkie

    • Origin:

      Diminutive of color name Pink

    • Meaning:

      "pink"

    • Description:

      Aside from the singer, there aren't many people around named Pink or Pinkie or Pinky -- zero, in fact.
  19. Pink

    • Origin:

      Color name

    • Description:

      The singer known as Pink (born Alecia) brought this hue onto the name-possibility palette, especially as a middle choice. Could Pink be the next Blue?
  20. Tetty

    • Origin:

      English, diminutive of Elizabeth

    • Description:

      Commonly heard in the eighteenth century, but could cause middle-school titters today. Consider Letty or Tessie instead.