300+ French Nicknames for Friends and Lovers

Ah l’amour! As essential as the baguette at lunch or some cheese before dessert, love is indisputably the first topic of conversation in France and it is as prominent for the French as Mamma is for the Italians. So, if you want to dig into the French culture, it will be nice to know some French terms of endearments.

Also, following our articles on Spanish nicknames for guys and ladies, and the article on Indian nicknames, we began to receive a lot of requests from readers, asking that we write about French nicknames and so, here you go.

In this article, we share a couple of beautiful French nicknames you can call your lovers, siblings, parents, and even random strangers.

To help you choose the most appropriate nickname, we decided to classify them into 10 categories. Some of the pet names can be used for both men and women, and “U” stands for Universal. Some of them are only women-related (see sign F for Female), and some only dedicated to men (M for Male).

Some can be used just for young or old lovers, some for friends. To see the difference, just take a quick look at the definition. Have fun!

List of French nicknames:

This list contains French nicknames for guys and girls, boyfriends, and girlfriends.

French Nicknames from Nature

The following are French nicknames for guys and girls from nature. These are nicknames you can call any guy; friend, sibling, and even a stranger:

1. Bout de chou (U) ‒ Little cabbage, a nickname for the small and big ones
2. Chou (U) ‒ Cabbage, shorter than bout de chou, but as intense
3. Chouchou (U) ‒ Just to say that he or she is the favorite
4. Choufleur (M) ‒ Cauliflower, more manly than the little cabbage
5. Choupinou (M) ‒ Boy version of cabbage
6. Choupinette (F) ‒ Girl version of choupinou
7. Cucul de la lune (U) ‒ For friends who are often distracted and love to blue sky
8. Fleurette (F) ‒ A poetic expression for desire, you say « let’s go and see fleurette »
9. Groseille (F) ‒ Gooseberry, because girls are so sweet
10. Lila (F) ‒ Lila, Girls are fragile and fragrant like this flower
11. Ma fleur (F) ‒ My flower, who doesn’t think girls are flowers?
12. Mon arbre (M) ‒ My tree, it stays strong even in stormy nights
13. Mon pétale (F) ‒ Petal, for fragile and poetic girls
14. Ma petite myrtille des bois (F) ‒ My little wild blueberry, small size but very intense taste
15. Ma petite noisette (F) ‒ My small hazelnut, a concentrate of charm
16. Ma petite rose des champs (F) ‒ Field rose, for a wild and colorful girl
17. Ma rose (F) ‒ Rose, it is a cute French nickname for a beautiful girlfriend
18. Ma violette (F) ‒ Violet, a charming purple flower name which always fits ladies
19. Mon coquelicot (F) ‒ Poppy, for joyful and natural girls
20. Mon lys adoré (F) ‒ Lily, a noble and beautiful girl
21. Mon roc (M) ‒ Rock, for solid and confident men who never doubt
22. Mon soleil (U) ‒ My sun, not a single day of bad weather with him
23. Petit chou (U) ‒ As sweet as bout de chou
24. Petite fleur (F) ‒ Small flower, how can you resist the charm of little girls?
25. Ver de terre (M) ‒ Literally worm, for very shy small kids
26. Vieille branche (M) ‒ Old branch, for friends who have known each other for ages

French Nicknames from Objects

The following are French terms of endearments gotten from objects. They are appropriate for friends, siblings, co-workers, and even strangers:

27. Bijou (F) ‒ My jewel. Use this nickname for a precious guy or girl
28. Doudou (M) ‒ You immediately think of the teddy bear you used to carry everywhere when you were a baby
29. Mon enclume (M) ‒ Anvil, for someone who gives weight to your life
30. Mon petit bouchon (U) ‒ Small cork, because love makes your head spin faster than a glass of wine
31. Trésor (U) ‒ Treasure, boys, and girls, young and old, we are all someone’s treasure

French Nicknames Based on Physical Features

The following are French nicknames based on a person’s physique or appearance:

32. Beauté (F) ‒ Beauty, a nice way to show your love to your beautiful girlfriend
33. Beau brun (M) ‒ Cute dark-haired, for latinos with a manifest innate sensuality
34. Belle gueule (M) ‒ A great French nickname for a young, good-looking boy
35. Belle gosse (F) ‒ Same thing as bogosse, but for women
36. BG (M) ‒ It stands for ‘beau gosse,” which means hot guy
37. Bogosse (M) ‒ For a young, good-looking boy
38. Cœur (U) ‒ Heart, all versions available; petit cœur-little heart, my mon cœur-heart, joli cœur-beautiful heart
39. Filou (M) ‒ For little and big mischievous boys
40. Fripouille (U) ‒ For kids with an irresistible smile
41. Gros (M) ‒ Like Big Boy, which is a sign of affection
42. Jeune homme (M) ‒ Young man, to grab a man’s attention with elegance
43. Ma belle (F) ‒ My beauty, a passionate salutation or term of endearment for a sweetheart
44. Ma douce (F) ‒ My sweetheart, it is meant for girlfriends
45. Ma mignonnette (F) ‒ If your girlfriend is cute and good looking, call her this nickname
46. Ma petite femme (F) ‒ My little woman, use it after many years of common life
47. Mignon (M) ‒ Cutie, girls use it to talk about/to a man they fancy
48. Mignonne (F) ‒ Cutie, female version of mignon, but more poetic
49. Mon grand (M) ‒ Big Man, for kids, mainly
50. Petit bout (U) ‒ Small thing, we use it mostly for very little kids
51. Petite (F) ‒ Small girl, because girls will always be smaller than boys
52. Petiote (F) ‒ For very small girls
53. Pitchoune (F) ‒ The same as petiote in Southern France
54. Pitchounette (F) ‒ More adorable than pitchoune
55. Quinquin (M) ‒ This is how they call kids in Northern France
56. Titenana (F) ‒ For little girls who already behave like grown-ups
57. Toudou (M) ‒ For men as soft as stuffed animals

French nicknames derived from Food

The following are French nicknames derived from cooking, eating, and food:

58. Andouille (U) ‒ Sausage, for those who make little mistakes
59. Barbe à papa (U) ‒ Cotton candy, for little girls
60. Bonbec (U) ‒ The short version of bonbon, meaning candy, for kids
61. Cacahuète (U) ‒ Peanut. You can use it as a nickname for someone who is full of fantasy and fun
62. Chantilly (F) ‒ Your girlfriend is lighter and tastier than this cream
63. Choucroute (F) ‒ Sauerkraut, I hope you’ve known your wife for a long time to call her out like this
64. Cucul la praline (U) ‒ For those who rarely stay focused
65. Chamallow (U) ‒ Marshmallow, the adult version of barbe à papa
66. Honey (U) ‒ Simply Bee-cause you like it sweet
67. Loukoum (U) ‒ Is she as sweet as Loukoum, the popular Turkish delight?
68. Ma petite biscotte (F) ‒ My little toast, for crunchy girlfriends
69. Ma guimauve (F) ‒ Another type of marshmallow to call your sweet boyfriend
70. Macaron tout rond (U) ‒ Macaron tout rond is a sweet cookie, which is why it is a cute nickname for a sweet friend
71. Mon petit caramel (U) ‒ Sweet caramel, a romantic French nickname for a very special friend
72. Ma petite douceur (F) ‒ Sweet candy, for men and women who like to share a small moment of pleasure
73. Ma petite fleur en sucre (F) ‒ Sugar flower, a double pleasure
74. Mon cœur au chocolat (U) ‒ For your chocolate sweetheart
75. Mon petit sushi (U) ‒ Because you sometimes want to eat him/her in one single bite
76. Mon sucre d’orge (U) ‒ Candy cane, how can you resist his/her sweet call?
77. Mou roudoudou en sucre (M) ‒ It does not mean anything, but it sounds good
78. Petite nouille (U) ‒ Small noodle, for small and « tasty » kids
79. Petit Sucre rose (U) ‒ My little pink sugar, a good pet name for a cute little friend
80. Pomme d’amour (U) ‒ Candy apple, an excellent nickname for your sweet little one, girls mainly
81. Régalette (F) ‒ If your girlfriend treats you well, then this is the perfect name for her
82. Sucre d’or (F) ‒ Gold sugar, for a sweet girl
83. Sucrerie (F) ‒ Candy, who does not want to enjoy a sweet moment with him or her?

French nicknames derived from Mythology, cartoons, and magic

The following are French pet names based from on mythology, cartoons or magic:

84. Cendrillon (F) ‒ Because girls are as nice as Cinderella and not only at the ball
85. Cupidon (M) ‒ Cupido, be careful ladies, his charm is even more dangerous than his arrows   
86. Daisy (F) ‒ A little more used in regions close to English-speaking countries such as Canada
87. Déesse (F) ‒ Goddess, men bow before her
88. Désirée (F) ‒ Desired, to delicately express what she already knows
89. Diablesse (F) ‒ She-Devil; men do not resist her spells
90. Diablotin (M) ‒ Imp, for small mischievous boys
91. Donkikong (M) ‒ You better not resist him; otherwise he risks smashing everything
92. Impératrice (F) ‒ Empress, men are at her feet
93. Ma duchesse (F) ‒ Duchess, to express an unwavering allegiance to her
94. Ma fée (F) ‒ Fairy; a good name for a magical girl
95. Ma Juliette (F) ‒ If you are her Romeo, she’s your Juliet
96. Ma muse (F) ‒ For someone who inspires you
97. Ma nymphe (F) ‒ A cute nickname for a girlfriend that could be likened to a Goddess
98. Ma petite reine d’amour (F) ‒ For small girls, in princy-ple
99. Ma petite sirène (F) ‒ Little mermaid. A good nickname for a girlfriend full of surprises.
100. Ma poupée (F) ‒ Doll, because we all love to play with dolls
101. Ma princesse (F) ‒ All girls are princesses, aren’t they?
102. Ma reine (F) ‒ Queen, a respectful word used to refer to your loved one
103. Ma schtroumpfette (F) ‒ Smurfette, a romantic nickname for your girlfriend
104. Ma Valentine (F) ‒ A great name for your Valentine girl
105. Mon ange (U) ‒ My angel
106. Mon Apollon (M) ‒ Apollo, for the divine beauty of your man
107. Mon étoile (F) ‒ My star, no need to wait until nightfall, your wife shines all the time for you
108. Mon héros (M) ‒ My hero, if your boyfriend is your hero
109. Mon prince (M) ‒ A cool French nickname to call your prince
110. Mon preux chevalier (M) ‒ Isn’t he your valiant knight?
111. Mon roi (M) ‒ Will your king share his kingdom with you?
112. Mon Tarzan (M) ‒ Sounds like he’s ready to cross the entire jungle to join you
113. Pépito (M) ‒ Pepito is a comic-book hero. You can say that to someone acting as a pioneer or fighter
114. Petit prince (M) ‒ He may be small, but God, he is so charming!
115. Prince charmant (M) ‒ Charming prince, he’s grown up, and he’s still as handsome as ever
116. Petite licorne (F) ‒ Little Unicorn, a great French nickname for a great small friend
117. Winnie L’Ourson (M) ‒ French term for Winne the Pooh. Is she gentle, friendly, adorable, and childlike, then call her this nickname.

French Nicknames Derived from Animals

The following are French nicknames based on animals. The following French pet names are appropriate for friends, siblings, co-workers, and even strangers:

118. Asticot (M) ‒ Maggot, but can be seen as a funky name for a crazy friend
119. Belette (F) ‒ Weasel, some boys call their young accomplices like that
120. Biche (F) ‒ Female deer, but you need to think of Bambi to understand the sweet meaning
121. Bichette (F) ‒ Female deer, but it is often used as an affectionate name for one’s girlfriend
122. Bibiche (F) ‒ Same as Bichette, even if it sounds a bit old school
123. Bichon (M) ‒ Bichon, what girl wouldn’t fall for him?
124. Biquet (M) ‒ Young goat, for women who are curious about life in a farm
125. Biquette (F) ‒ Young goat, for men who miss the farm
126. Bisounours (M) ‒ Even more cute than a teddy bear
127. Bonobo (M) ‒ Not very nice for your boyfriend, but we know love is blind
128. Bouba (M) ‒ Named after a famous bear on TV
129. Bunny (M) ‒ This is the modern version of the rabbit, but it is less widespread
130. Canard (M) ‒ Duck, ladies, ready to join the duck patrol?
131. Canaille (U) ‒ Scoundrel, for playful darlings
132. Canari (F) ‒ Canary, she’s so small that you can hold her in your hand
133. Chat (M) ‒ Cat, doesn’t his look make you fall for him, ladies?
134. Chaton (U) ‒ Kitten, use it for your adorable kids
135. Chatounette (F) ‒ Kitty, less used by lovers
136. Chatte (F) ‒ Pussy, doesn’t her meowing make you fall for her, gentlemen?
137. Coccinelle (F) ‒ Ladybug, she’s small, discreet and flies away whenever she wants
138. Crapaud (M) ‒ Toad, for the little ones who jump more than they walk
139. Crapule (U) ‒ Baby toad, for grown-ups and little rascals
140. Féline (F) ‒ Feline, for women who get their claws out when they are hungry
141. Grominet (M) ‒ Sylvester, the comic book version of the cat that hunts Tweety, I am sure you remember
142. Grizzly (M) ‒ Size and appetite are bigger than a bear’s
143. Jumbo (M) ‒ XXL version XXL of men
144. Lapin d’Amour (U) ‒ Who does not love rabbits?
145. Lapinette (F) ‒ Small female rabbit, usually for small girls
146. Lapinou ‒ My little rabbit, for boys and girls
147. Loulou ‒ This may derive from Loup-Wolf, to express affection to little and big men
148. Louloute (F) ‒ The feminine version of loulou, for young girls you want to kiss on the cheek
149. Louve (F) ‒ She-wolf, for women who always defend their man
150. Ma Caille (F) ‒ A French term of endearment, the direct translation is quail, but as a term of endearment, it means “honey.”
151. Ma colombe (F) ‒ Dove, thanks to her, you feel like you are growing wings
152. Ma gazelle (F) ‒ Springbock, a cute nickname for your girlfriend
153. Ma lionne (F) ‒ Lioness; a cool French nickname for a wild girlfriend
154. Ma loute (F) ‒ Sounds like the female version of loup, but it is not. Use it for sweet girls
155. Ma loutre (F) ‒ Otter, a little clumsy to call your 50 years old wife
156. Ma petite chatte (F) ‒ For young and old girls, but the meaning varies according to the age
157. Ma petite crevette (U) ‒ Small shrimp, for all the kids, not only those who like mayonnaise
158. Ma petite grenouille (U) ‒ Little frog; it is used as a romantic nickname for girlfriends.
159. Ma petite marmotte (U) ‒ Little marmot, a cute pet name for your sleepy kids
160. Ma poule (F) ‒ Chicken, A French slang among female friends and girlfriends
161. Ma puce (U) ‒ Flea, use it like “my dear” in an informal way
162. Ma petite puce (U) ‒ For all children, from the very young to the very young
163. Matou (M) ‒ Aren’t boys’ big cats?
164. Ma tourterelle (F) ‒ Turtledove. It is used as a pet name for someone you love
165. Minet (M) ‒ Men are also small cats that we like to pet
166. Minette (F) ‒ Female version of minet, with a sexier connotation
167. Minou (M) ‒ It is the smallest version after matou and minet
168. Moineau (U) ‒ Another type of sparrow, we love birds in France
169. Mon bel étalon (M) ‒ Bright stallion, this should be reserved for a handsome man
170. Mon canari des îles (U) ‒ Island canary, a cute French nickname for your munchkin
171. Mon loup (M) ‒ My wolf, if you like small wolves, you will adore big bad wolves
172. Mon petit calamar doré (U) ‒ A squid is not the cutest animal unless it is covered with gold…
173. Mon petit canard (M) ‒ Little duck. Si si, c’est logique pour le pays du foie gras
174. Mon petit caneton (M) ‒ Baby duck, mainly for kids
175. Mon petit chamois (M) ‒ You may call your kids like that in the mountains and in the city too
176. Mon petit chat d’amour (M) ‒ You may say that when your kid is drinking milk at breakfast
177. Mon petit escargot adoré (M) ‒ My sweet golden snail, attention, we are not speaking of food here
178. Mon petit koala (M) ‒ Be careful, don’t just serve her plants
179. Mon petit lapin (U) ‒ Small rabbit, he too doesn’t only eat vegetables
180. Mon poussin (U) ‒ For your cute little chicken
181. Mon poussinet (M) ‒ If your boyfriend is cute and dedicated, this is the nickname to call him
182. Mon souriceau (M) ‒ My small mouse. It can be used for a troublesome boyfriend or an energetic lover
183. Nounours (M) ‒ Teddy bear, how long will you resist his charm?
184. Ourson (M) ‒ Baby bear, he plays and falls all the time, you need to rescue him!
185. Panda (M) ‒ Black and white is trendy, especially for men of all ages
186. Petit loup (M) ‒ Little wolf, for children
187. Petit escargot (M) ‒ Baby snail, usually for boys because of the size, not the speed
188. Petit canaillou (M) ‒ Cuter than Little rascal, for those who like to set small traps to their parents
189. Petit poussin (U) ‒ Baby chick, for very young children, a priori
190. Petit oiseau (U) ‒ Small bird, your child is still young, but he will soon fly away, so enjoy his/her presence
191. Petite canaille (U) ‒ The small version of scoundrel
192. Piaf (U) ‒ Sparrow, la version old-school of Little bird
193. Pingouin (M) ‒ You can call men like that because they’re cute, even if they dance like penguins at the disco
194. Pioupiou (U) ‒ Baby sparrow, for kids mainly
195. Poulette (F) ‒ It is used just as you would use Chick in English, mostly for friends
196. Poupou (M) ‒ Use it to tell your daddy how much you love him
197. Poussin (U) ‒ Everybody loves chicks, not only Sylvester!
198. Pupuce (U) ‒ A cute French nickname for your Honeypot
199. Souris (F) ‒ Mouse, you know, the little animal that always escapes the matou
200. Tigre (M) ‒ Tiger, be careful ladies, this man is a fierce animal!
201. Tigrou (M) ‒ Relax ladies, this baby tiger is sweet as pie, no need to hide
202. Titi (U) ‒ Tweety, the comic book character who flees Sylvester alias Grominet

French nicknames derived from General words

The following are French nicknames based on general terms. These French nicknames are either soft or quite serious but can also be used as a way to tease your beloved one!

203. Amour (U) ‒ love, actually.
204. Baby (U) ‒ Easy word, right? And the French love it
205. Bébé (U) ‒ Baby, now you know how to tell your boyfriend about the happy occasion…
206. Bébé d’Amour (U) ‒ Baby love, a bit childish, but maybe he/she enjoy being back to childhood
207. Bibi d’amour (U) ‒ A sweet, not that common nickname for someone you love
208. Bibou (U) ‒ Is he a sweet and kind soul?
209. Bisounours (M) ‒ Is he your sweet carebear?
210. Boubou (M) ‒ No real meaning, just one of those cool-sounding nicknames you can call your boyfriend
211. Calinette (F) ‒ Comes from câlin, cuddle. It is used for a cuddling girl
212. Calinours (M) ‒ For a boyfriend as adorable as a teddy bear
213. Chéri and chérie (U) ‒ A great classic among lovers
214. Chérichou (U) ‒ Sweeter though less elegant than chéri and chou
215. Chouchou (U) ‒ This is also the name of a famous movie. It also means my favorite one if you want to choose it
216. Choupette (F) ‒ A cute French nickname for a close female friend
217. Choupi (U) ‒ A short version of Choupinette; a nickname to show your love for a kid
218. Choupine (F) ‒ A medium version of Choupinette
219. Choupinet (M) ‒ A boy version of choupinette
220. Choupinette (F) ‒ Use it for girls
221. Choupichou (M) ‒ Use it for small choupinets
222. Crazy Chérie (F) ‒ It means crazy love. It is a good French term of endearment for a wild friend or someone you appreciate
223. Chouquette (F) ‒ A Chouquette is a delicious pastry sprinkled with pearl sugar and sometimes filled with custard or mousse. It can also be dipped in chocolate or covered in chocolate chips. Use it for girls
224. Coquinette (F) ‒ A cute French name for a naughty girlfriend
225. Darling (U) ‒ As it is in English
226. Doudounette (F) ‒ The female version of doudou, but far less common
227. Fofolle (F) ‒ Use it for the crazy girl you love
228. Foufou (M) ‒ Use it for the crazy boy you love
229. Kiki (M) ‒ A cute sounding term for a darling
230. Loleuse (F) ‒ A good pet name for a cheerful friend
231. Lolotte (F) ‒ For someone who is independent and fun
232. Ma chouette (F) ‒ Owl. But “Ma Chouette” is an affectionate term used for a nice person
233. Ma cocotte (F) ‒ Hen, it is commonly used like poule-chicke between friends
234. Ma douce (F) ‒ Girls keep the world as sweet as ever
235. Ma dulcinée (F) ‒ It means sweetheart. Maybe a bit too romantic
236. Ma joie (U) ‒ My joy, you can use it for men and women
237. Ma meuf (F) ‒ my wife/girl. Comes from « femme » – woman, upside down like keum.
238. Ma mie (F) ‒ An old word to call your sweetheart
239. Ma mignonette (F) ‒ Use it for adorable little girls
240. Ma moitié (F) ‒ If you are very close to your half one, then this is the right name
241. Ma pépite (F) ‒ It means a piece of gold; a good nickname for a girl you are lucky to have
242. Ma petite femme (F) ‒ My little woman, to express your desire for protection
243. Ma promise (F) ‒ The promised one is the girl you hope to marry someday
244. Ma tendre (F) ‒ A cute nickname for a true sweetheart
245. Mamour (U) ‒ Like ‘mon amour,’ i.e., my love. Sounds old-fashioned
246. Meuf (F) ‒ Like Mec, Meuf can be used for your girlfriend or any female
247. Mimi (F) ‒ The short version of mignon
248. Mimoune (F) ‒ A bit old fashioned but sweet pet name for your girlfriend
249. Mini Lady (F) ‒ A funny little name for your best friend
250. Mon amour (U) ‒ It means my love!
251. Mon amoureux (U) ‒ My lover, this says it all
252. Mon bébé (U) ‒ My baby, because we’re all wannabe parents
253. Mon bébé d’amour (U) ‒ My babylove, be careful, girls, boys may find it annoying!
254. Mon bien aimé (M) ‒ A great way to tell your darling how much he means to you
255. Mon cher et tendre (M) ‒ A romantic term of endearment to show your love and feelings to your boyfriend
256. Mon chéri (M) ‒ This means babe. Pronounce it with three “rrr” from the throat to make it sound even more French!
257. Mon chou (M) ‒ This is also the name of a creamy cupcake… It means my sweetheart
258. Mon chouchou d’amour (M) ‒ How to express your feelings while keeping your child’s soul
259. Mon cœur (U) ‒ It beats for both men and women
260. Mon coussinet (M) ‒ If your boyfriend is soft and calm, this is a sweet name that refers to a small cushion
261. Mon cum or Mon keum (M) ‒ Derives from Mec. Dans les années 1990, on aimait prononcer les mots à l’envers. It means “My man.”
262. Mon étoile (U) ‒ My star, for those who have bright eyes when they look at their darling
263. Mon gazou (M) ‒ In Arabic language, Gazou means boy and should be used for someone who is sweet and charming – Use « gazelle » as a female equivalent
264. Mon homme (M) ‒ My man
265. Mon Jules (M) ‒ An elegant word for boyfriend
266. Mon namoureux (M) ‒ My lover, when you want to act like a little girl in love
267. Mon petit cœur (U) ‒ My little sweetheart
268. Mon petit vent d’amour (M) ‒ this little wind will cool your man who’s getting hot
269. Mon précieux (M) ‒ My precious, mostly used in the black community
270. Mon rayon de soleil (U) ‒ Sunshine, when Mister or Miss Sun comes to help you change your bad mood
271. Mon z’amour (U) ‒ a childish option for My love
272. Pépette (F) ‒ A cool nickname for a girlfriend you value highly
273. Petit diamant (U) ‒ Little diamond, a powerful term of endearment for someone precious
274. Petit filou (M) ‒ For playful and smart boys
275. Petite filoute (F) ‒ Female version of petit filou
276. Petite poupée (F) ‒ Little doll. A cute French nickname for a cute friend
277. Petite chérie (F) ‒ Little Sweetheart, for girls with a big heart
278. Poupée (F) ‒ Doll, a classic for girls with an irresistible charm
279. Poupette (F) ‒ Small version of poupée
280. Poupettine (F) ‒  Extra Small version of poupée
281. Poupinette (F) ‒ Extra Extra Small version of poupée
282. Poupou d’amour (M) ‒ Boys can also be dolls
283. Roudoudou (M) ‒ A cute nickname for a sweetheart
284. Toutoune (F) ‒ If you love to paddle and cuddle your girlfriend, this is perfect

Sensual French Nicknames

These French nicknames are more matured, and obviously not to be used for kids.

285. Bitch (F) ‒ For girls with a strong character
286. Bombasse (F) ‒ For femmes’ Fatales
287. Gonzesse (F) ‒ When you are tired of saying, Nana
288. Lover (M) ‒ For heartbreakers
289. Loveuse (F) ‒ For women who love passionately
290. Nana (F) ‒ When you are tired of the conservative version of girlfriend or just female friend
291. Ogre (M) ‒ For men with insatiable appetites

French Nicknames for Friends

These French nicknames you can call any guy or lady; friend, sibling, and even a stranger.

292. Boss (M) ‒ As per its meaning in English, it is used to show some respect
293. Champion (M) ‒ As it is in English
294. Chef (M) ‒ Boss, it can be used as a sign of respect
295. Chochotte (F) ‒ A term of endearment you can use to tease your over sensible friend
296. Cousin (M) ‒ Cousin, but used to call someone you don’t necessarily know in French suburbs
297. Frangin (M) ‒ A slang commonly used for a friend or brother
298. Frangine (F) ‒ A common slang used for a sister or close buddy
299. Frérot (M) ‒ A funny version of Frère, close to Bro
300. Gus (M) ‒ Old version of mec
301. Mec (M) ‒ Man. It is commonly used to address guys in general, but you can name your boyfriend like that
302. Mecton (M) ‒ Little Man, for little men who will one day become big men
303. Mon frère (M) ‒ My brother. You can use this nickname for a guy who means a lot to you.
304. Mon pote (M) ‒ My Friend. There is also Ma pote for girls
305. Poto (M) ‒ Shorter version of Pote
306. Sœurette (F) ‒ Little sister, for bad boys who want to tell something nice to their female friend

French nicknames derived from Undetermined origin

These French nicknames don’t have any specific origin; they are appropriate for friends, siblings, co-workers, and even strangers.

307. Biloute ‒ This is how you call a friend in Northern France
308. Fripounou ‒ Similar to petite canaille
309. Pilou (M) ‒ Similar to Doudou
310. Zouzou ‒ For funny kids

So, tell us what your favorite French nickname on our list! Also, if you spot an error or you want to add up your own on top of our list, please feel free to drop a comment.