50 of the Most Adorable Names and Nicknames All Grandmas Will Love

Grandmas are easily some of the most important members of the family. They’re often the most loving and caring and will usually find any excuse to spoil their new grandchildren!

However, when your mom is promoted to her new role, the name “grandma” might be a little jarring. Perhaps she wants a new sweet and sassy nickname for grandma that the little ones can call her without reminding her how far she’s come in life. Or maybe she's always wondered what cute and silly names for grandma her grandkids will dub her and is hoping she won't get stuck with something basic.

Well, she's in luck—because these 50 adorable, unique names for grandma are fun and different. Whether it’s a name idea for a new grandma or a grandma nickname to avoid confusion with your kid's other set of grandparents, there’s sure to be the right name for your sweet grandmother somewhere in this list. And check out our list of grandpa names, too!

50 Grandma Names

1. Memaw

This unique name for grandma is popular in the southern United States!

2. Nanny

Much like the popular nanny Mary Poppins, this is a perfect name for a grandma who is sensible and sweet.

3. Nonna

This quirky name means “grandma” in Italian.

4. Bubbe

Fun fact: This is what the grandkids of the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg called her!

5. Abuela

This name means “grandma” in Spanish.

6. Glamma

Perfect for a glamorous and fabulous grandma!

7. Lovey

Fun fact: This is what Kris Kardashian’s grandkids call her instead of grandma.

8. Lola

In Filipino, this name means “grandma.”

9. Baba

In many Slavic cultures, this is what the head matriarch of the family is usually called.

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10. Cookie

Perfect for a grandma who's always sweet!

11. Granny

This name for grandma is perfect for an old-fashioned gal.

12. Gram

If you’re looking for a name for a laid-back and casual grandma, try this one!

13. G-Madre

This name for grandma is perfect for the one who has a little bit of edginess to her personality.

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14. Insta Gram

Perfect for the social media-savvy grandma-to-be!

15. Queen

Give grandma the title she truly deserves with this unique name.

16. Bibi

This name is also the Swahili word for “grandmother.”

17. Gram Cracker

Perfect for the grandma who has all the right snacks.

18. Lolli

If grandpa is called “pop,” give grandma this name for a particularly sweet pairing!

19. Mimzy

This name for grandma is just the right amount of quirky and interesting.

20. Avó

This name is perfect for grandma if you have Portuguese roots!

21. Babushka

If grandma hails from the old country, give this old-fashioned Russian name for grandma a try.

22. Gam Gam

For the grandma who is as cool as can be.

23. Oma

This name means “grandmother” in German!

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24. Yaya

This name for grandma is perfect for those with Greek origins.

25. Cha-Cha

Perfect for the grandma who always has a little bit of dance in her step.

26. Granny Pie

This name for grandma is best for the gal who's as sweet as a slice of pie.

27. Pipp

If grandma is a little bit more of a free spirit, give this name a try.

28. Ouma

This name means “grandmother” in Afrikaans.

29. MooMaw

This adorable name for grandma is so much fun to say out loud!

30. Tootsie

Perfect for the grandma who always spoils her grandkids with candy.

31. Mémé

This sophisticated name for grandma is what French Canadians call their matriarch.

32. Nai Nai

This name means “grandmother” in Chinese.

33. Marmee

This alternative grandma name comes from the warm and caring mother in Little Women.

34. Big Momma

This name is perfect if grandma rules the roost and calls the shots.

35. Sweetie

Perfect for the grandma who is just too delightful.

36. Two Mamma

This name is perfect for the grandma who acts like a second mom!

37. GiGi

This unique name for grandma will come naturally to babbling babies.

38. Geema

This name for grandma is perfect for a lady who's cool and hip.

39. Bedstemoder

This name means “grandmother” in Danish.

40. TuTu

If you’re looking for a name that’s groovy and laid back, try this Hawaiian-inspired name!

41. Foxy

This name for grandma is perfect for the gal who's always down for a good time.

42. Savta

This name means “grandmother” in Hebrew!

43. Coco

Perfect for the grandmother who's always warm and comforting.

44. Bella

This name is perfect for the grandmother who's beautiful inside and out!

45. Sassy

Perfect for the grandmother who doesn’t take any funny business.

46. GoGo

If grandma is always on the run, try this unique name!

47. LaLa

Perfect for the grandma who's just a little bit musical.

48. Nenek

This name means “grandmother” in Indonesian.

49. Bomma

If your mom has Dutch roots, try this fun and unique name!

50. Birdy

Perfect for the grandmother who loves the great outdoors.

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