50 Adorable Couple Nicknames & 10 Couple Names to Avoid

Here at Hitched, we think that a cute nickname or two is an essential part of any relationship. You can always go for something a little more generic and traditional, like sweetheart, babe or darling, but we think that couple nicknames are their best when they’re a little bit more personal to you both.

You may prefer something subtle and one that you wouldn’t mind calling out in the local supermarket, or be more inclined to choose something silly, creative or even opt for matching couple nicknames.

There are plenty of great options for couple nicknames out there, so we've pulled together a list of those we'd regard as the very best, the more cringe-worthy nicknames to avoid, tips on how to create your own, and gender specific nicknames.

Once you've got your couple nicknames sorted, why not plan some fun couple activities?

The Best Nicknames for Couples

Discover our favourite couple nicknames and hop to the section that's most relevant to you and your beau by using the links below:

• Cute couple nicknames
• Creative matching nicknames
• Nicknames for boyfriends
• Nicknames for girlfriends
• Gender neutral nicknames
• Couple nicknames to avoid

Cute Couple Nicknames

• Muffin
• Lovebug
• Pudding
• Dreamboat
• Baby
• Bubba
• Sunshine
• Pookie
• Peanut
• Sugar

Creative Matching Nicknames

• Mickey and Minnie
• Bonnie and Clyde
• Yin and Yang
• Peanut Butter and Jelly
• Lady and the Tramp
• Sweet and Sour
• Barbie and Ken
• Salt and Pepper
• Ross and Rachel
• Mario and Peach

Nicknames for Partners

If you're looking for a gender specific nickname for your partner, here are some options suitable for boyfriends, girlfriends, husbands or wives.

Boyfriends

• Prince Charming
• My King
• Sweetpea
• Rockstar
• Captain
• Buttercup
• Munchkin
• Mr Darcy
• McDreamy
• Big Spoon

Girlfriends

• Precious
• Princess
• Darling
• My Treasure
• Puffin
• Sugarplum
• Toots
• Bonita
• Foxy
• Snuggle Bug

Gender-Neutral Nicknames for Couples

• Honey Bun
• Hot Stuff
• Pumpkin
• Sweetheart
• Angel
• Dumpling
• Cutie Pie
• My Sunshine
• Chicken
• Goofball

Cringe-Worthy Nicknames to Avoid

• Sweet Cheeks
• Sexy Pants
• Cutie Patootie
• Booger
• Mummy or Daddy
• Stud Muffin
• Stinky
• Sugar Tits
• Boo Boo
• Snookie Wookie

How to Create Your Own Couple Nickname

There are plenty of ways that you could create your very own couple nicknames, and in general, they aren’t that tricky to come up with. It’s likely that you’ve found yourself calling your other half after something silly stuck, or perhaps you’ve shortened their name, come up with a spin on their surname, or have named them after something that you both love.

Whatever the case, creating your own couple nicknames should be an easy process – as you want them to feel natural, and personal to you. However, if you need a helping hand, our list of cute, matching and romantic nicknames will all be well received. And if they’re not? You didn’t find them here!

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