Everyone Needs a Nickname
Sometimes giving your child a nickname fosters a special connection that makes you feel even closer as a family. It’s also a great way to break up longer names and give them a casual option for friends and loved ones. With that in mind, here are 20 names and their corresponding nicknames.
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1. Alexander
Alexander is a classic and heroic name and is often correlated with ambition and success. There are a few nickname options for Alexander, as the child can be called anything from Alex, Lex, Xan, and Xander!
2. Katherine
Speaking of classic names, Katherine has this regal and Victorian flavor to it that will make your little girl a princess in every right. But for more casual game nights, you can refer to her as Kat, Kate, Katie, or even Rina if you’re feeling adventurous.
3. Maverick
For fans of more edgy and modern names, Maverick is making quite the resurgence. In terms of nicknames, you can easily call your child Rick or Mav.
4. Delilah
Delilah is the perfect blend of modern, topical, and old-school cool. Named after a flower, Delilah can also be reduced to Lilah and Del.
5. Benjamin
Another classic name is undoubtedly Benjamin! This one has a softer feel to it too, making it perfect for a sweet and sensitive child. This child can be easily called Ben, Benji, or even Benny.
6. Theodora
Theodora is a classic Victorian name that has been around for ages. Many princesses even share this name, giving it that regal touch. As far as nicknames go, the options are endless. You can call her Theo, Dora, or even Teddy.
7. Evander
Evander just screams cool, and it’s the perfect name for a put-together and strong child. For nicknames, you can call your child Van, Evan, or even Vander for short.
8. Genevieve
The most famous Genevieve is undoubtedly the Camelot queen who married King Arthur. As a name, it is both delicate and graceful and lends itself to fun nicknames like Gen, Genny, Vivi, or even Evie.
9. Axel
For fans of rock and roll and the good old ‘90s, Axel is a name that’s still going strong and gives your child that edgy and tough vibe. Nicknames include Lex and even El. Although calling your child Ax might be weird, so you might want to avoid that.
10. Nathaniel
Nathaniel is a strong and classic name that’s just unique enough to set your kid apart from the rest. You can easily shorten it to Nate, Nathan, or even Nat.
11. Anastasia
Anastasia is a romantic and elegant name that reminds people of the grace of a time long gone. You can still keep the dream alive with this name and can lovingly refer to your child as Anna or even Stacie.
12. Leonard
Leonard is another old-school name that lends itself to free-thinking and matters of the mind. For your little genius, try nicknames like Leo or Lenny.
13. Isadora
For a more fun twist, Isadora is an exciting and beautiful name that is equally intriguing as it is classy. For nicknames, there are so many to choose from. Ida, Dora, or even Izzy are solid contenders.
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14. Frederick
It’s pretty easy to break Frederick down into a few key nicknames. You could go for Fred or Freddy. Of course, there’s also Rick or Ricky.
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15. Seraphina
Some people want to name their kids Sara but want to step out from the crowd and be a bit unique. So instead, name her Seraphina and use nicknames like Sara, Fina, or even Phi.
16. Dominic
Dominic just has a cool flair that other names seem to lack. Dominic could easily grow up to be a powerful businessman or maybe tend to a homestead somewhere. For nicknames, you can use Nico and Dom.
17. Aurora
Aurora is a beautiful and nature-inspired name that captures everything from Disney inspirations to the Northern Lights. But you can also add a fun twist by using nicknames like Rory or Aura.
18. Phoenix
For parents that really want to stand out, naming their kid Phoenix may seem like a bold choice, but it’s one that carries a lot of power. As for nicknames, you could go with Nix or even Phee.
19. Savannah
Savannah is a beautiful name for a beautiful kid and is both fun and modern while paying homage to its classic roots. For nicknames, try Savy, Vannah, or even Vee.
20. Sebastian
Speaking of classic roots, Sebastian is a long-lasting name that has been around for ages—and for good reason. It’s also a very elegant and mysterious name and can be shortened to Seb, Bash, or Bastian.
