How to Pick Cute Nicknames for Boyfriends

Alright, so you've met that special guy. He's cute, nice, everything you ever wanted him to be. Now it's time to name him. I mean, you can't exactly call him by the name his parents gave him. That's for everyone else but you. Besides, he's your guy now, and he needs a special name just for the two of you to share. With that in mind, here are some ways to pick out cute nicknames for boyfriends. After the tips are some cute nicknames you can use for inspiration.

Cute Nicknames for Boyfriends Tips
Every guy is different, but as a general rule, don't pick out a cute nickname that undermines your boyfriend's manhood - unless of course, he likes it.

Use Comparisons

Take a trait he has and call him something that shares that trait. If he's rugged and handsome, call him Cowboy. If he's thoughtful and sensitive, call him Kermit the Frog. The idea here is to take what you like about him and find something else that is similar to compare him to.

Keep It Short and Sweet

Try to pick something short and easy to say. Cuddle Honey Bear is a cute nickname, but it's kind of a mouthful. If you have a long nickname, abbreviate it. Instead of calling him Hot Chocolate, call him H.C..

Make it Flattering

Any nicknames with the words 'big' or 'long' in it usually appeal to guys for some reason. So nicknames like, Big Bear, Big Guy, Biggie Fries etc... typically go over pretty well.

Capture the Essence

Pick out that trait that you love most about your boyfriend and use it in his nickname.

Appeal to his Sense of Humor

You know what makes him laugh, use it. You also know what he takes seriously, so you'll want to avoid referencing that in a nickname.

Try a Twist

Sometimes, going against type can work very well. If your guy is ruggedly handsome, calling him Cupcake might actually be endearing.

Pick Something You Don't Like

This one's a bit tricky, but the idea is to pick something you don't like about him and turn it into a nickname. This nickname sends the message - I love everything about you, even the bad. So if he has smelly socks, call him Stinker. Of course, you have to make sure you know his sense of humor first.

Work in his Name