Boyish Nicknames for Girls
- Donnie
Origin:
Short form of Donald, ScottishMeaning:
"proud chief"Description:
Donnie is definitely cuter for a girl than a boy, one of a gang of boyish nicknames for girls very fashionable today.
- Teri
Origin:
English, diminutive of TheresaMeaning:
"to harvest"Description:
One of the original cool, sleek gender neutral names, but it's since lost that edge to hits like Leni and Teddy. Today's Teri would probably be Tess or Tessa.
- Hank
Origin:
Short form of Henry or Henrietta, GermanMeaning:
"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.
- Landie
Origin:
English, South AfricanMeaning:
"land; violet; landowner; country"Description:
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, or Ireland.
- Perri
Origin:
EnglishMeaning:
"dweller near a pear tree"Description:
For boys, this name calls to mind old-school detective Perry Mason. But peppy Perri is coming around as part of a group of boyish nicknames for girls - along with favorites like Leni and Charlie.
- Clady
Origin:
IrishMeaning:
"muddy banks of a river; rocky place, stony shore"Description:
The name of a river and several places in Northern Ireland, Clady comes from the Irish cladaigh meaning "rocky shore; muddy river banks." Also used as a surname, it feels reminiscent of Clay, Cadie, Chloe, and Katie. .
- Boz
Origin:
Diminutive form of Bozoma, Bozhidara, Božica, or similar, Western African, SlavicMeaning:
"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.
- Ty
Origin:
Diminutive of various Ty-beginning namesMeaning:
"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.
- Micki
Origin:
Diminutive of Michelle or Michaela, HebrewMeaning:
"who is like God"Description:
Briefly cool in the 1950s, but now gone the way of Ricki and Nikki. More contemporary: Mikie or Mikey.
- Wilkie
Origin:
ScottishMeaning:
"resolute protection"Description:
Scottish surname-turned-nickname from William or its female equivalents. Wilkie has ranked for girls just a handful of times since US baby name records began.
- Winn
Description:
Winn is a concise feminine name with multiple origin possibilities. It can be a shortened form of Winifred, a Welsh name meaning "blessed peace," or Edwina, meaning "wealthy friend." It also stands independently as an English surname-turned-first-name derived from Old English, meaning "friend" or "joy." As a feminine given name, Winn has a modern, minimalist appeal while maintaining a touch of vintage charm. Its brevity aligns with the trend toward short, strong names for girls. Although uncommon as a standalone first name, Winn benefits from straightforward pronunciation and spelling. The name carries positive associations with winning and success while also conveying warmth through its meaning of "friend." Parents might choose Winn for its simplicity, gentle strength, and subtle unisex quality that remains traditionally feminine in origin.
- Martie
Origin:
Diminutive of Martina or Martha, Latin or AramaicMeaning:
"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.
- Mikie
Origin:
Short form of Micaela or Michele, feminine variations of Michael, HebrewMeaning:
"who is like God"Description:
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.
- Gerri
Origin:
Diminutive of Geraldine, feminine variation of Gerald, English and FrenchMeaning:
"ruler with the spear"Description:
Boyish nicknames for girls -- like Charlie and Frankie -- are in fashion, but Geraldine is out. Gerri just might split the difference.
- Freddy
Origin:
Short form of Alfreda, Frederica, or Winifred, EnglishMeaning:
"wise counselor, peaceful ruler, blessed peacemaking"Description:
Freddy is a quintessential boys name across the pond, but with tomboy nicknames like Charlie and Leni rising for girls -- Freddy may very well make a splash for girls next!
- Paulie
Origin:
LatinMeaning:
"small"Description:
Boyish diminutive of Paula, Pauline, Paulette or Paulina, with new style value as part of the nicknameish Billie, Frankie, Stevie, and Scottie gang. Pauley makes it more surname-ish while Polly ties its peppy sound to mother Molly.
- Rickie
Origin:
Diminutive of Frederica, GermanMeaning:
"peaceful ruler"Description:
Rickie carries a vintage charm and tomboyish appeal. With boyish nicknames for girls - like Charlie and Stevie - rising, why not Rickie?
- Kordy
Origin:
Short form of Cordelia, Kordelia, or CordulaMeaning:
"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".
- Cordy
Origin:
Diminutive form of Cordelia or CordulaMeaning:
"heart"Description:
A playful yet strong sounding nickname name that could work as an alternative to Katie, Cory, Casey, Cora, or Rory. Deriving from Cordelia or Cordula, which originate from the Latin cor, Cordy could mean "heart".
- Bert
Origin:
Diminutive of Alberta or Bertha, English or GermanMeaning:
"noble, bright; bright, glorious"Description:
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 alongside other vintage picks like Max and Lou.