An Aunt holds a special place in a child's heart. She gets to enjoy her nieces and nephews but doesn't have the heavy burden of raising them. Aunts have the best job in the world as they reserve the role of funnest person on the planet. With this esteemed spot in the heart of a child, a perfect nickname must be had. Here are excellent nicknames for aunts.
Nicknames for Aunts From Around the World
Honor her and your heritage by giving an auntie a nickname that stems from your culture.
- Zia (Aunt in Italian)
- Tia (Spanish)
- Tante (French)
- Theida (Greek)
- Täti- (Finnish)
- Tetka- (Croatian)
- Aintin (Irish)
- Moster (Swedish)
- Imo (Korean)
- Teta (Lithuanian)
- Bibi (Indonesian)
- Tiya (Filipino)
- Oba (Japanese)
- Eedo (Somali)
- Tannie (Afrikaans)
- Shangazi (Swahili)
- ʻAnakē (Hawaiian)
- Chaachee (Hindi)
- Whaea (Māori)
- Ciotka (Polish)
- Tetya (Russian)
- Atta (Telugu)
- Mume (Yiddish)
Traditional Nicknames for a Favorite Aunt
Nicknames don't have to be out-of-the-box. They can be simple and traditional pet names just for an Auntie.
- Auntie
- Aunt (and first initial of the Aunt's name)
- Sissy (as she is a sister to the father or mother)
- Sis
Creative Names for an Aunt
If the aunt has a fun, bright, and up-for-anything personality, try some of these more interesting nicknames on for size.
- Auntie-Bestie (part aunt and part best friend for life)
- BFA (best-friend-aunt)
- Fant (fun aunt)
- Frant (friend aunt)
- Mom the Second
- My Aunt Fanny (slang phrase meaning fiddlesticks)
- Fav Aunt (favorite aunt)
- Grant (great aunt)
- Glaunt (glamorous aunt)
- Plaunt (playful aunt)
Cute and Nonsense Aunt Nicknames
Kids often come up with nicknames that don't really mean anything... it's just a little bit of nonsense (or often, the babbling of a baby or toddler that sticks). We love some of these as adorable aunt nicknames.
- Bubbie
- Nanny
- Sas
- Sassy
- Sassafrass
- Lolly
- Lollipop
- Lola
- Lolo
- Pickle
- Boo
- Bobo
- Momo
- Gigi
- TiTi
- Lovie
- LaLa
- Ti
- Vivi
- Sunshine
- Sunni
- Sweet Tea
- Bon bon
- Bun bun
- Funny bunny
- Flopsy
- Floof
- Clarabell
- Biji
- Tata
- Tannie
- Tantie
- Peony
- Petal
- Posey
- Pippi
- Potato chip
- Tilly
- Tippi
- Squiggy
- Twiggy
- Twig
- Mami
- Jingle
- Pringle
Movie & Literary Aunt Nicknames
If you love reading and movies like we do, then maybe one of these movie or literary names is perfect for your aunt.
- Aunt Clara (Bewitched)
- Aunt Polly (Tom Sawyer)
- Aunt March (Little Women)
- Aunt Bethany (National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation)
- Auntie Em (Wizard of Oz)
- Aunt Bee (Andy Griffith)
- Auntie Mame (Mame)
- Aunt May (Spiderman)
Nicknames by First Name
You can play on just about any name to come up with an individualized nickname for your child's aunt.
A
Allison - Aunite Al, "Alli"gator, A.A.
Abigail - Aunt Abs, Abby
Andrea - Drea, Aunt Andie, Aunt An
B
Brenda - Be-Be, Ren, Auntie B
Brittney - Ni-Ni, Brit-bear, Auntie Bee-Nee
Bianca - Bi, Auntie Anca, Aunt Bia
C
Clara - Lara, A.C., Aunt C.
Charlotte - Char, Lotte, Aunt Charlie
Christina - Ki-Ki, Aunt Tina, Auntie Chrissy
D
Danielle - Dee, Auntie Elle, Danny
Dina - Dina-saur, Auntie Di, Dina-Doll
Delores - Aunt Dee Dee, Aunt Lor, Auntie Lori
E
Elizabeth - Liz, EB, Lib
Eileen - Lee-Lee, E.I., Lina
Ella - Elle-Belle, Aunt La, Auntie E
F
Francesca - Chess, Frannie, Frankie
Flora - Flo, Fo-Fo, Lora
Felicity - Cee-Cee, Aunt Fel, Liss
G
Georgia - Gia, Aunt George, Joey
Gabriella - Gabby, Ella, Bree
Gwyneth - Gwynnie, Aunt Winnie, Win
H
Hannah - Aunt Banana, Hans, Aunt Ana
Hillary - Hill, Auntie Lar, Hilly
Harper - Harp, Aunt Per, Aunt Hap
I
Isabella - Aunt Izzy, Aunt Bel, Auntie Isa
India - Innie, Dia, Indy
Imogen - Immy, Aunt Ginny, Auntie Og
J
Jennifer - Jenny, Jen, Aunt Fi
Julie - A.J. (for Aunt Julie,) Jules, Aunt Li
Jacinda - Aunt Jes, Cinny, Jacks
K
Kelly - Kel, Kel-Bel, Aunt Elly
Kristin - Kris, Tin-Tin, Krissy
Kendall - Kenny, Aunt Ken, Auntie Dall
L
Lillian - Lilly, Lil, Lils
Lauren - Lo, Rennie, Laurie
Louisa - Lou, Lulu, Lucy
M
Madeline -Lina, Leenie, Mady
Maddison - Maddie, Dis, Mads
Melanie - Mel, Lanie, Nee-Nee
N
Nicolette - Aunt Nic, Nicky, Lette
Nadine - Aunt Di-Di, Naddy, Dina
Noelle - Nono, Elle, Ella
O
Olivia - Livs, Olie, Vi
Olive - Livey, Evie, Ollie
Odette - Odie, Etta, Ods
P
Penelope - Nell, Pippa, Lola
Patricia - Patty, Pats, Patty Cakes
Paulina - Paulie, Lina, Lin
Q
Quinn - Quinny, Inny, Auntie Q
Quinlyn - Queenie, Lyn Quinn
R
Rebecca - Becca, Aunt Rebs, Rebi
Roselyn - Aunt Rose, Aunt Lyn, Sellie
Regina - Reggie, Ginny, Gina
S
Sarah - Aunt Rah, Ser, Ser-Bear
Stephanie - Steph, Auntie Annie, Fanny
Samantha - Aunt Sam, Ammy, Mana
T
Tiffany - Aunt Tif, Fanny, Tiffy
Teresa - Tre, Terry, Aunt Tess
Tabitha - Tabby, Aunt Bith, Auntie Bi
U
Uma - Ah-Ma, Ummie
Ursula - Usi, Sula, La-La
V
Victoria - Tori, Rhea, Vicki
Valentina - Auntie Val, Tina, Ti-Ti
Valerie - Aunt Val, Ler-Lie, Ree
W
Winona - Aunt Ninny, Nona, Winnie
Willow - Aunt Lo, Auntie Illie, Will
Wanda - Aunt Wannie, Auntie An, Andie
X
Xena - Xi, Aunt Ena
Xandra - Aunt Dral, Auntie Ande, An
Y
Yolanda -Yo-Yo, Aunt Lan, Aunt Yo
Yvette - Aunt Vee, Vette, Evie
Yoanna - Anna, Aunt Yo, Yoa
Z
Zara - Aunt Zar, Auntie Ar, Ara
Zoey - Zoe Bear, Zoe, Aunt Az
Zinnia -Zin, Nia, Aunt Innie
Related: 110+ Nicknames for Your Sister From Adorable to Off-Beat
Choosing an Auntie Nickname
You don't have to overthink a nickname because, unlike a birth name, a nickname can be changed in a heartbeat. While nicknames aren't as serious a business as choosing the first name, put some thought into what you go with for family members. Here are some considerations in choosing the perfect nickname for a favorite aunt.
Check With Her First
Don't just assume that your sister is cool with something. Didn't you learn that golden rule of sisterhood back in childhood? Ask before assigning a nickname. Get the all-clear from her, especially if you are thinking of calling her something unique and creative.
Put Personality Into Perspective
What is your baby's aunt like? Is she wild and whacky or traditional and prim? Consider some of her personality traits and try to pair her up with a nickname that suits her style.
Keep It Short and Simple
Nicknames are not meant to be long, drawn-out titles, so pick something that is quick and easy for children to say.
Make It Meaningful
Honor the aunt in your child's life by giving her a nickname to be proud of. Make sure that whatever you choose is meaningful to you, her, and hopefully your child. While nicknames can be changed easily, some will stick no matter what, so pick one that evokes good vibes.
Honor Her
Being an aunt is a special honor in itself, and the bond between a child and their aunt is an irreplaceable one. Someday, they will share their baseball stats or deepest secrets with her first. Whatever you choose to call your child's aunt, make sure the name reflects how much you love and respect her and how special she is to both you and your baby.
