You’ve been dating for a while, and things are moving along nicely.
He has met your friends, you’ve met his, and things are exclusive.
So what’s next?
It’s time for some nicknames!
Some couples happen upon them naturally, but others need a little help.
So today, we’re breaking down 160 cute names to call your boyfriend.
Hopefully, by the end of this post, we’ll have answered the question: What nicknames can I call my boyfriend?
What Names Do Guys Like to Be Called?
Picking the nickname for your boyfriend takes some thought. Just because you like it doesn’t mean it’s the ideal choice. To avoid making a nickname misstep, weigh a few considerations.
Ethnic and Racial Slurs: The last thing you want to do is pick a pet name that is ethnically or racially insensitive. Do some online searching to ensure you’re not making a faux pas.
Insecurities: Is your boyfriend short? Is he sensitive about it? Or perhaps he has a lisp? Whatever his insecurity, it’s best to avoid a nickname that calls attention to it.
Embarrassment Factor: Embarrassing nicknames aren’t the way to go. His friends will focus on it, which gets old quickly.
Too Sexual: Although most people are less hung up on sexual taboos these days, it’s still a bit uncouth to use overtly intimate nicknames in public.
Recycling: Try not to use a nickname you’ve used for an ex — especially if your current beau knows him.
160 Cute Names to Call Your Boyfriend
We’ve reviewed what not to do when coming up with a nickname for your boyfriend. Now, let’s dive into some options!
Pet Names for Boyfriend
We thought we’d play on the pet name idea by offering some literal “pet” names. Our collection focuses on animals that might fit your guy’s personality.
1. Astro: If your guy loves dogs and technology, Astro is a great nickname.
2. Beached Whale: Is your man retired and unapologetically lazy?
3. Bonobo: Bonobos have red butts and are famously fond of sex.
4. Boo Bear: Boo is slang for boyfriend; hence, boo bear is boyfriend bear.
5. Buffalo Bill: A good name for a Wild West fan
6. Chicken Butt: Remember the childhood rhyme? If your man is silly, this is a fun one.
7. Chipmunk: This one fits for a guy who is tiny and spry.
8. Cool Cat: A super label for a hip man.
9. Cowboy: Is your guy living the rodeo life?
10. Dog: Perfect for couples with open relationships, and your guy is notoriously frisky.
11. Eager Beaver: Beavers mate for life and are industrious.
12. Eagle Scout: Is your man squeaky clean?
13. Honey Bee: Does your dude’s name start with a B?
14. Honey Bunny: It’s a fitting choice for a sweet dude.
15. Hungry Hippo: It’s a great name for someone who likes to eat.
16. Lone Wolf: Is your guy the strong and silent type?
17. Love Bug: A classic boyfriend nickname for an affectionate guy.
18. Lovebird: It’s a classic nickname for a classic guy.
19. Minx: This one fits for a man who likes mischief.
20. Monkey Lover: If your man is a cute ball of energy, this works well. But stay far away from this choice if your boyfriend is a BIPOC!
21. Mustafa: Is your guy the king of the jungle?
22. My Fish: Did you finally find your fish in the sea?
23. My Lion: A great option for the “Game of Thrones” crowd.
24. Pepe le Pew: This is a cute option for someone who is a little less polished than they think.
25. Pit Bull: If your guy is tenacious, try this nickname on for size.
26. Puppy: This works for cute guys.
27. Scooby-Doo: Is your man an amateur sleuth?
28. Silver Fox: It’s a traditional option for a mature lover.
29. Skunk: A fitting nickname for a smelly but loveable dude.
30. Snake: Does your beau walk the legal line?
31. Spider: A good nickname for a dude who is all arms and legs.
32. Stallion: A fitting appellation for a strong dude.
33. Starfish: This is a fun nickname for an aspiring celebrity.
34. Stud Muffin: Does hot-but-cute describe your boo?
35. Teddy Bear: This works great for a larger guy who is cuddly.
36. The Chameleon: Is your boyfriend a man of many faces?
37. The Thoroughbred: It’s a great name for a sophisticated cat.
38. Tiger: It’s a good option for a fierce dude.
39. Wile E. Coyote: This is for the guy who’s always getting into trouble.
40. Woody Woodpecker: This is a slyly naughty name for the guy who likes to…peck.
Unique Nicknames for Boyfriend
If pet ideas aren’t to your liking, and you don’t want to go with the typical “babe” or “sweetie,” these much-less-than-typical nicknames have your guy’s name all over them. Your goal is to learn to pronounce them!
41. Adonis: Is your guy a Greek god?
42. Amorzinho: Portuguese for “little love.”
43. Baba Ganoush: It’s a Mediterranean dish and a cute nickname for your man.
44. Bwana: East African word for “boss.”
45. Cariño: Spanish for “darling.”
46. Dusha Moya: Russian for “my soul.”
47. El Guapo: Spanish for “good-looking.”
48. Elskan Min: Icelandic for “my love.”
49. Eze: Nigerian word for “king.”
50. Fragolina: Italian for “my little strawberry.”
51. Habib Albi: Arabic for “love of my heart.”
52. Hanii: Japanese for “honey.”
53. Hjärtat: Swedish for “heart.”
54. Irog: Tagalog for “my one true love.”
55. Jaanu: Hindi for “my life.”
56. Joon: Farsi for “dear.”
57. Ke aloha: Hawaiian for “the love.”
58. Kicsim: Hungarian for “my little one.”
59. Knuddelbärchen: German for “cuddle bear.”
60. Liebling: German for “my favorite.”
61. Lyubov Moya: Russian for “my love.”
62. Manis: Indonesian for “sweetie.”
63. Mia Kara: Esperanto for “my dear.”
64. Min Skatt: Norwegian for “my treasure.”
65. Misio: Polish for “teddy bear.”
66. Mój Drogi: Polish for “my dear.”
67. Mon Ange: French for “my angel.”
68. Mon Chou: French for “my cabbage” — a term of endearment in France.
69. Motek: Hebrew for “sweetheart.”
70. Naekkeo: Korean for “my sweetheart.”
71. Nefesim: Turkish for “my breath.”
72. Querido: Portuguese for “dear.”
73. Silly Pig: In China, calling someone a “silly pig” is a term of endearment.
74. Snoepje: Dutch for “little candy.”
75. Solntsye: Russian for “sunshine.”
76. Sötis: Swedish for “sweetie.”
77. Taku Kairangi: Maori for “my finest greenstone.”
