190+ Best Grandpa Nicknames

Rajnandini Roychoudhury
Feb 16, 2024 By Rajnandini Roychoudhury
Originally Published on Mar 23, 2023
Edited by Shadiya Ahammad
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Grandpas are often the favorite member of the entire family.

Grandpas may be of the maternal or paternal side. However, regardless of that, our lovable grandpas deserve loving nicknames.

Are you very close to your grandparents?

Grandpas are a source of happiness to all members of the family, and they need to be treated in a special way. No matter how old they might be, they're always packed with energy when it comes to spending time with members of the family.

You can always count on your grandpa to be there for you, whether it is to help you through a tough spot or to just lend a shoulder for you to lean on.

Your grandpa will always do everything in his power to make your life easier and to help you through any difficulties you might be facing, no matter how the other members of the family react. They certainly deserve all our love and care and for us to ensure that they know how special they are to us.

So, if you're looking for one, we've got you covered with this awesome list!

Cool Grandpa Nicknames

Grandpas may be old, but that does not mean they can't be cool. So, we have some of the coolest nicknames for your ice-cool granddad!

  • Big Daddy - Perfect nickname for your grandpa when it's just you two with your dad.
  • Big G - Trendy nickname for your granddad.
  • Big Papa - Cool nickname for your grandpa who's just as cool.
  • Big Popz - Perfect nickname for your grandpa when he's with your dad.
  • Bubba - Unique take on Bubba from 'Forrest Gump'.
  • Chief - A nickname to tell your grandpa he's the boss.
  • Cool-pa - A nickname almost as cool as your grandpa.
  • Dada Abba - Perfect if your grandpa is a fan of Abba.
  • G Pop - Hip-sounding nickname for your grandpa.
  • G - Short and sweet, but still just as cool as your grandpa.
  • G-Doer: For your grandpa who gets things done.
  • G-Dog - A cool nickname for your grandpa, especially if he likes Snoop Dogg.
  • G-Doku - Perfect nickname for your sudoku-loving grandpa.
  • Geepa - A fun spinoff of the word G-Pa.
  • G-Man - a perfect nickname for your serious grandpa.
  • Gokemon - A combination of the words Grandpa and Pokémon, if your grandpa is your favorite Pokémon.
  • G-Pa Cool - A nickname to make your grandpa feel like the coolest dude around.
  • G-Pa - Based on the iconic Lionel Richie.
  • Gramps - A common and fun nickname for your grandpa.
  • Grand G-pa - Perfect if your grandpa has a grand personality.
  • Granddude - Perfect if your grandpa is your best friend.
  • Grandoku - A mix of the words Grandpa and Goku to make your grandpa feel like a superhero.
  • Grandpapa - The standard name for a grandpa.
  • Grumpy Gramps - For your grandpa, if he's often in a grumpy mood.
  • Iron Grandpa - Perfect for very strict grandpas
  • JeezPa - Another spinoff on G-Pa, but a little more creative.
  • Nonno - Cool Italian nickname for your grandpa.
  • Papa Cool - If your grandpa is the coolest person you know.
  • Paw Paw - Perfect if your grandpa is a fan of dogs.
  • Pip - Hip-sounding nickname for your grandpa.
  • Pip-Pop - A fun play on the words Pip and Pop.
  • Pipster - Perfect if your grandpa appreciates unique nicknames.
  • Pipz - A more pop version of the name Pip for your grandpa.
  • Pop Pop - a cute and fun nickname for your grandpa.
  • Poppy - A fun take on the word Pops to make your grandpa smile.
  • Popz - A fun take on Pops.
  • Sir - A respectful way to address a grandpa.

Unique Grandpa Nicknames

We want those who are closest to us to refer to us by names that are unique and make us feel special. The best way to make your grandpa feel special is to come up with a nickname that is truly unique. We've got you covered with these amazing nicknames!

  • Bobber - A classic nickname for your grandpa.
  • Boomer - A nickname to tease your old grandpa.
  • Bud - A common play on the word Buddy.
  • Buddy - Perfect if your grandpa's your best friend.
  • Buzz - Based on the energetic Buzz Lightyear.
  • Coco - For the grandpa who is always comforting and warm.
  • Da-Da - A cute and kiddish nickname for your grandpa.
  • G-Adele - Perfect if your grandpa loves those Adele songs.
  • G-Dude - Unique but still a cool nickname for your grandpa.
  • Geez - A cool and fun nickname for your grandpa.
  • Glampop - Perfect nickname for your fashionable grandpa.
  • GoPa - For your grandpa, who's a bundle of energy.
  • G-Padre - A fun take on the word Padre.
  • G-Popstar - A nickname for your pop music-loving grandpa.
  • Gramps Pie - a cute nickname for your grandpa.
  • Grandi - A fun play between the words Grandpa and Gandhi.
  • Grandpaggedon - A fun mix between Grandpa and Armageddon.
  • Gus - A classic and popular nickname for your grandpa.
  • Huggy - For the grandpa who loves your hugs.
  • Insta Pop - A nickname for your Instagram-savvy grandpa.
  • Insta-Dude - A cool nickname for your social media-savvy grandpa.
  • King - A grand nickname for your grandpa.
  • Lolo - A perfect nickname for your grandpa, who loves pop.
  • LolPa - Perfect if your grandpa makes you go LOL a lot of the time.
  • LuvPa - A perfect nickname to show your grandpa some love.
  • Panda - Perfect if your grandpa is as cute as a panda.
  • Poppy - Fun take on the word Pop.
  • Popsi - If your grandpa loves drinking Pepsi.
  • SugarPa - For your grandpa, who's as sweet as sugar.
  • TuPap - A fun take on legendary rapper, Tupac for your grandpa, who's your second papa.
  • Two Papa - Perfect nickname for the grandpa who's your second dad.
  • Zaza - A sassy nickname for your grandpa.

Funny Grandpa Nicknames

Grandpas are not always formal! In fact, some of them are the funniest members of their families. Check out these funny nicknames for your granddad.

  • Baba - A cool nickname for your old man.
  • BeePa - A fun take on the common nickname GeePa.
  • Big Pops - Perfect for when your grandpa and dad are together.
  • Biggie - A nickname to make your grandpa feel like the biggest man around.
  • Biggzy - Perfect to make your grandpa the big man of the house.
  • Bubbie - A fun and uncommon nickname for your cute grandpa.
  • Bubu - A cute nickname for your grandpa to feel childish again.
  • Buck - The perfect nickname for your energetic grandpa.
  • Captain - Perfect to make your grandpa feel like the house's captain.
  • Champ - For your grandpa, who's a champion.
  • Cheetah - If your grandpa is just as fast at this age.
  • Coach - For your grandpa, who is always teaching you stuff.
  • Cutie Pops - A fun take on Cutie Pie.
  • Dodie - A peculiar take on Dada.
  • DooDad - A fun combination between Dad and Scooby Doo.
  • GDoer - Perfect for your active grandpa.
  • Goggles - If your grandpa wears glasses.
  • Goldy - For your grandpa with a heart of gold.
  • Grampers - A fun take on the common nickname Gramps.
  • Grampiosa - For your grandpa who's a Harry Potter fan.
  • Gramzino - A hip-hop-style nickname for your grandpa.
  • Grand Gran - For your larger-than-life grandpa.
  • Grandpa Central - For grandpas who care for you no matter what.
  • Grandsie - A nickname to make your grandpa feel younger.
  • Mickey - If your grandpa loves Mickey Mouse.
  • Papaw - Perfect if your grandpa loves dogs.
  • Papji - Quirky and uncommon nickname for your grandpa.
  • Peeps - A cute and uncommon nickname for your grandpa.
  • Pidgie - A cute nickname for your grandpa.
  • Pipa - Funny nickname for your grandpa.
  • Poppzie - An even more hip version of Pop.
  • Rockie - For your grandpa, who's as tough as a rock.
  • Rocky - Based on Stallone's iconic character.
  • Skipper - Perfect for your grandpa, who's your captain.
  • Skippy - A shortened version of Skipper.
  • Smartie - For your smart grandpa.
  • Smarty Party - A fun take on the common nickname Smarty.
  • Sparky - If your grandpa is still as energetic as ever.
  • Sunshine - Perfect if your grandpa is always cheerful.
  • Toppop - A fun mix between the words Top and Pop.

Creative Grandpa Nicknames

What's a nickname without some creativity? Your granddad would definitely appreciate one of these names from the list of creative nicknames that we've compiled for you.

  •  Ace - For your very sharp grandpa.
  • Atlas - For your grandpa, who has traveled the world.
  • Big Dude - For your grandpa, who's your best friend.
  • Big Man - If your grandpa is still in charge of the house.
  • Big Mayne - A variation of Big Man.
  • Captain Pa - A mix between Captain and Papa.
  • Carl - Based on the character from Up.
  • Chef - Perfect if your grandpa likes to cook.
  • Comet Man - If your grandpa loves comets.
  • DJ-Gpa - For your cool DJ-loving grandpa.
  • Fitzy - A cute variation on Fizzy.
  • Fizzy - If your grandpa is always full of life.
  • G-Baller - If your grandpa loves sports.
  • G-Class - A nickname for your classy grandpa.
  • Genie - For your grandpa with a magical smile.
  • G-Fender - If your grandpa was a defender in a sport.
  • G-Pointer - If your grandpa was a basketball point guard.
  • G-Poker - For your grandpa, who loves poker.
  • Grandalf - A fun spinoff on the superhero Gandalf.
  • Grandledore - A mix between grandpa and Dumbledore.
  • Grandosaurus - If your grandpa is a fan of dinosaurs.
  • Grandpa Fantastic - A spinoff from the 'Captain Fantastic' movie.
  • Grandpa Hopper - For your grandpa, who's still a bundle of energy.
  • G-Rex - Fun spinoff between grandpa and T-rex.
  • G-Tacker - If your grandpa was an attacker in sport.
  • Hammy - An uncommon name for your grandpa.
  • HeeHaw - If your grandpa loves horses.
  • James Bond - For your super stylish grandpa.
  • Librarian - For your grandpa, who loves to read.
  • Paposo - A cute take on the usual nickname Pops.
  • Pappita - A unique nickname for your grandpa.
  • Poldie - A mix between Papa and Oldie.
  • Popsee - For your grandpa who notices everything.
  • Popster - A fun take on Pops and gangster.
  • Professor - If your grandpa has never-ending knowledge.
  • RoboPop - A fun spinoff on the popular movie 'RoboCop'.
  • Superman - If your grandpa is your hero.
  • Swagger Man - For your ultra-stylish grandpa.
  •  Swaggy - Perfect nickname to celebrate your grandpa's style.
  • T-Dad - Mix between T-rex and Dad.
  • Zanky - For your pop-loving grandpa.
  • Grand Dude - For your best friend and grandpa.

International Grandpa Nicknames

Grandpas are often the keepers of the family heritage. There are different words for grandpa, such as 'abuelo' and 'dedushka'. Family heritage is common to all families all across the world, just like grandpas, so check out these international grandpa nicknames.

  • Abuelo - Spanish for maternal or paternal grandpa.
  • Awoowe - This special nickname is Somali for grandpa.
  • Dedushka - This cute-sounding nickname is Russian for grandpa.
  • Gabuelo - A mix between Grandpa and Abuelo.
  • G-Opa - Mix between Gramps and Opa, Greek for grandpa.
  • Grand Père - French for maternal or paternal grandpa.
  • Haraboji - Korean nickname for maternal or paternal grandpa.
  • Kakek - Indonesian for grandpa.
  • Lolo - Filipino nickname for your grandad.
  • Nana - Indian for grandpa.
  • Papuelo - A mix between Papa and Abuelo.
  • Tutu Kane - Nickname from Hawaii for your grandpa.
  • Wai Gong - Chinese nickname for grandad.

Quirky Grandpa Nicknames

If your grandpa is on the quirkier side and thinks that nicknames like Poppy are just too mainstream, check out these quirky nicknames that we've compiled just for you!

  • Babaroo - A quirky and uncommon nickname for your grandpa.
  • BigG - For your big grandpa.
  • BurgPa - For your burger-loving grandpa.
  • GD - Short for Grand Dad.
  • GDadpster - A fun spinoff of GDad.
  • Gee-Ka - A quirky name for your pop-loving grandpa.
  • Geezer - For your smart and athletic grandpa.
  • Gessi - For your grandpa, who is a Messi fan.
  • GG - For the greatest grandpa ever.
  • G-Lolo - A genuinely hip name for your grandpa.
  • G-Meat - For your meat-loving grandpa.
  • Gmeet - For your social grandpa.
  • Goker - For your grandpa, who has a great sense of humor.
  • Gokovic - For your tennis-loving grandpa.
  • Gone Aldo - A fun take spinoff on Ronaldo for your football-loving grandpa.
  • Grand Pawzee - A fun and creative nickname for your grandpa.
  • Grandbop - A fun take on the traditional Granddad.
  • Grifa - A fun mix between Grandad and Father.
  • Gro - A fun spinoff between Grandpa and Bro.
  • G-Sagna - A mix between Grandpa and Lasagna.
  • G-Shock - For your grandpa, who loves watches.
  • Hooks - For your granda who loves to fish.
  • Master Pops - For your grandpa, who is extremely skilled.
  • McGonalds - For your grandpa, who loves McDonald's.
  • Paparoo - Fun take on Papa.
  • PastaPa - For your grandpa, who loves pasta.
  • Super GDad - For your superhero grandpa.
  • Tinkers - For your grandpa who loves to think all the time.

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Written by Rajnandini Roychoudhury

Bachelor of Arts specializing in English, Master of Arts specializing in English

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Rajnandini RoychoudhuryBachelor of Arts specializing in English, Master of Arts specializing in English

With a Master of Arts in English, Rajnandini has pursued her passion for the arts and has become an experienced content writer. She has worked with companies such as Writer's Zone and has had her writing skills recognized by publications such as The Telegraph. Rajnandini is also trilingual and enjoys various hobbies such as music, movies, travel, philanthropy, writing her blog, and reading classic British literature. 

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