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150+ Nicknames for Boys: Cute, Stylish, Funny & Traditional Ideas
- by Riddhi Sharma
- 3 min 9 sec
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Nicknames for Boys (Trending in 2025)
- Bubba A warm, Southern-style nickname often used for brothers or boys with big hearts.
- Monkey – Perfect for active little climbers and jumpers
- Bean – Sweet and small, just like a little baby bean.
- Bunny – A soft and cuddly nickname for gentle baby boys.
- Champ – A soft and cuddly nickname for gentle baby boys.
- Cupcake – A soft and cuddly nickname for gentle baby boys.
- Angel – A soft and cuddly nickname for gentle baby boys.
- Hotshot – A soft and cuddly nickname for gentle baby boys.
- Little Man – A classic for mini versions of Dad.
- Pal – Because he’ll always be your best friend
- Ace – Because he’ll always be your best friend
- Batman – Your tiny caped crusader
- Beast – For strong-willed, playful boys
- Bestie – When your baby is also your forever buddy
- Captain – For boys who lead even with their smile
- Chief – A nickname that says “I’m in charge”
- Flash – Cuddly, huggable, and full of warmth
- Giggles – If laughter is their language
- Sunshine – For the light of your life
- Teddy – Cuddly, huggable, and full of warmth
Classic and Regional Indian Nicknames For Boys
- Chiku – Gentle and caring
- Golu – Bright little star
- Bablu – Cool and stylish
- Pappu – Bright little star
- Munna – Loving and loyal
- Sonu – Chubby and adorable
- Tinku – Tiny and lovable
- Bunty – Bundle of joy
- Pintoo – Funny and cheerful
- Babbu – Chubby and adorable
- Bittu – Bundle of joy
- Guddu – Cute and cuddly
- Chintu – Full of life
- Monty – Gentle and caring
- Rinku – Bold and brave
- Tappu – Delightful presence
- Vicky – Cool and stylish
- Puchi – Charming and energetic
- Sweety – Charming and energetic
- Lucky – Nature-inspired charm
Trendy, Modern and Cool Nicknames For Boys
- Rey – Cute and cuddly
- Kiaan – Nature-inspired charm
- Viv – Sweet and playful
- Rio – Colorful and radiant
- Zayn – Funny and cheerful
- Leo – Funny and cheerful
- Kian – Joyful little one
- Ayu – Bold and brave
- Zuzu – Gentle and caring
- Niv – Funny and cheerful
- Neo – Tiny and lovable
- Avi – Soft-hearted boy
- Ish – Bringer of smiles
Super Sweet and Silly Nicknames
- Chiku – Cute and fruity
- Golu – Round and adorable
- Bablu – Soft-hearted boy
- Pappu – Innocent little one
- Munna – Beloved little son
- Sonu – Precious and dear
- Tinku – Playful young boy
- Bunty – Bubbly and bright
- Pintoo – Small, cheerful kid
- Babbu – Cozy and cuddly
- Bittu – Darling family boy
- Guddu – Friendly and gentle
- Chintu – Tiny and sweet
- Monty – Stylish cute boy
- Rinku – Joyful and vibrant
- Tappu – Naughty yet sweet
- Vicky – Modern lively boy
- Puchi – Snuggly and sweet
- Sweety – Sweet-natured child
- Lucky – Bringer of joy
Funny and Rhyming Nicknames For Boys
- Coco – Nature-inspired charm
- Bobo – Cute and cuddly
- Kuku – Chubby and adorable
- Lolu – Bold and brave
- Nono – Bold and brave
- Jojo – Cute and cuddly
- Mimu – Nature-inspired charm
- Ruru – Cool and stylish
- Titi – Colorful and radiant
- Zaza – Tiny and lovable
- Pupu – Colorful and radiant
- Lulu – Colorful and radiant
- Fifi – Bold and brave
- Kiki – Cool and stylish
- Mimi – Loving and loyal
- Gigi – Happy-go-lucky
- Lili – Cute and cuddly
Nicknames Inspired by Colors and Beauty
- Neelu – Tiny and lovable
- Goru – Bringer of smiles
- Shonu – Cool and stylish
- Laloo – Funny and cheerful
- Bilu – Full of life
- Bhura – Gentle and caring
- Pihu – Cute and cuddly
- Shona – Colorful and radiant
- Peelu – Chubby and adorable
- Sona – Full of life
- Khilkhil – Tiny and lovable
Endearing, Cozy Nicknames
- Mishti – Bold and brave
- Kanna – Gentle and caring
- Lalu – Joyful little one
- Pinku – Cute and cuddly
- Dolu – Bright little star
- Molu – Funny and cheerful
- Polu – Cute and cuddly
- Bubloo – Bold and brave
- Jignu – Tiny and lovable
- Totu – Cool and stylish
- ChuChu – Loving and loyal
- Babyu – Bold and brave
- Mimiya – Bundle of joy
- Munnoo – Bold and brave
- Titoo – Full of life
- Dima – Tiny and lovable
Personality-Inspired Nicknames
- Lallu – Bundle of joy
- Natkhat – Cool and stylish
- Bholu – Happy-go-lucky
- Sippy – Happy-go-lucky
- Sallu – Delightful presence
- Dabbu – Chubby and adorable
- Tillu – Full of life
- Tullu – Chubby and adorable
- Dhamaka – Delightful presence
- Sunny – Chubby and adorable
- Jaggu – Cool and stylish
- Raja – Tiny and lovable
- Donu – Loving and loyal
More Modern Stylish Nicknames
- Aru – Funny and cheerful
- Yudi – Happy-go-lucky
- Omie – Joyful little one
- Vinu – Tiny and lovable
- Ishu – Loving and loyal
- Rivu – Delightful presence
- Ryo – Full of life
- Kia – Gentle and caring
- Rahi – Gentle and caring
- Aahi – Colorful and radiant
- Veer – Bringer of smiles
- Dev – Nature-inspired charm
- Zaan – Happy-go-lucky
- Raanu – Charming and energetic
- Aari – Bringer of smiles
- Tanuj – Joyful little one
- Ruddy – Charming and energetic
- Shaurya – Joyful little one
- Lakhi – Chubby and adorable
Super Unique and Rare Indian Nicknames For Boys
- Snoopy – Happy-go-lucky
- Yoyo – Bringer of smiles
- CocoPop – Nature-inspired charm
- Bubsy – Loving and loyal
- Dazzle – Cute and cuddly
- Waffle – Bright little star
- Popo – Sweet and playful
- Mojo – Bundle of joy
- Zenzo – Loving and loyal
- Puffy – Joyful little one
- Wiggles – Cool and stylish
- Chops – Funny and cheerful
- Pogo – Sweet and playful
- Frodo – Sweet and playful
- DuduMuff – Sweet and playful
- Jolly – Nature-inspired charm
- Boo – Cool and stylish
Regional and Local Variants
- Duggu – Nature-inspired charm
- Lali – Gentle and caring
- Gudda – Soft-hearted boy
- Meethu – Nature-inspired charm
- Jadu – Bringer of smiles
- Gillu – Cool and stylish
- Kanni – Funny and cheerful
- Chikku – Bringer of smiles
More Bonus Nicknames
- Limo – Tiny and lovable
- Kittu – Nature-inspired charm
- Cuppy – Nature-inspired charm
- Chiklu – Joyful little one
- Yumyum – Happy-go-lucky
- Muppu – Bright little star
- Bunnyboo – Cool and stylish
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End of the list, but not the end of the love!
Whatever you choose, say it with warmth and lots of cuddles.
Because these nicknames for boys? They grow into memories.
And one day, you’ll hear your grown-up boy smile and say, “Mumma still calls me Chiku.”
So pick with love. And enjoy every silly, sweet moment. ❤️
FAQs
What are the best nicknames for boys?
The best nicknames are short, sweet, and packed with love! The “best” nickname is one that feels right for your baby’s personality, looks, or a sweet quirk you love.
How to choose a nickname for a baby boy?
Here are some easy tips to pick the perfect nickname:
- Go with the vibe: Is he playful? Calm? Always smiling?
- Use the full name: Shorten or modify his real name (e.g., Aarav → Aaru)
- Keep it natural: If it rolls off the tongue easily and feels affectionate, it’s a winner!
Are Indian nicknames different from Western ones?
Yes, quite often!
Indian nicknames often have roots in affection, food names, or simply cute sounds (like Gugu, Tinku).
Western nicknames are often based on abbreviations (like Ben for Benjamin) or character traits.
That said, today’s parents often mix both styles to create unique names!
Indian nicknames often have roots in affection, food names, or simply cute sounds (like Gugu, Tinku).
Western nicknames are often based on abbreviations (like Ben for Benjamin) or character traits.
That said, today’s parents often mix both styles to create unique names!
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