Schatzi & Co.: This is what your pet name says about your relationship

In a relationship, after a while you give up your partner's first name and replace it with a pet name. What's behind it?

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Pet names in relationships or partnerships are not uncommon. The selection of pet names is huge: from the classics like “Schatzi” and “Bunny” to unusual variations of the first or last names, pretty much everything is there.

Even if it doesn't seem relevant at first glance, pet names can say a lot about how we conduct our relationship and how we feel about our partner. A reason to take a look at what the typical nicknames mean.

Pet names & their meanings: Sweetheart

The Porsche under the nicknames: “Schatz” and “Schatzi”. As soon as you get into a relationship, you can't ignore these classics. However, there is no deeper meaning attributed to this nickname: the relationship is neither going badly nor incredibly well.

Pet names & their meaning: Bear

Anyone who calls their partner a “bear”, “Little Bear” or “Care Bear” is indirectly hoping for a cuddly, cuddly type with a strong protective instinct and strong shoulders to lean on.

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Nicknames & their meanings: Fat*r

Being called “fat” or “fat” doesn’t have to be an insult. If the couple has been together for a long time, this pet name can even be an expression of deep connection and affection.

This nickname is often used by older couples who have been together for a long time and speaks of a deep trust between both partners.

Pet names & their meaning: Rabbit

Anyone who calls their partner a “bunny” or “bunny” finds them sexy and is attracted to their erotic charisma. At the same time, this is a nickname but also belittling and refers to the desire for a cuddly cuddly toy.

Pet names & their meaning: Mouse

One Mouse is a shy but also curious animal. She appears small and helpless, but at the same time she is also agile and intelligent. Anyone who calls their partner that way wants a quiet guy who doesn't make many demands.

At the same time, the nickname can also indicate a familiarity with one another, which is almost reminiscent of a friendly relationship.

Pet names & their meaning: Schnucki

“Schnucki” is a belittling nickname that is often used for men who are not that cute, but - on the contrary - rather strong and dominant. This nickname symbolizes the “soft” side of the partner, so to speak.

Pet names & their meaning: Sparrow

The sparrow is a sweet, lively bird and a real survivor. Anyone who gives their partner this pet name wants an independent, nice person who sometimes takes their own initiative.

Pet names & their meaning: Tiger

The tiger is a strong cat of prey - and the bearer of the name who is allowed to wear this pet name should be just as powerful and dominant. Of course there is also a sexual meaning involved here.

Pet names & their meanings: Darling

The absolute classic among pet names – affectionate, but also not very creative. Anyone who calls their partner “darling” values ​​their loyalty and reliability and doesn’t want any surprises.

Pet names & their meaning: Sweetie

Anyone who calls their partner “sweetie” or “sweetie” demonstrates that they are the dominant part of the relationship. You treat your “sweetie” lovingly and attentively, but then you also show others your limits.

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The most common pet names

And while we're on the subject of the classics: the online dating portalParshipcollected the most common nicknames used by Germans in a survey. Here is the not exactly record-breakingly imaginative result:

This is what women call their partner

  • Schatz or Schatzi 37%
  • Rabbit or hare 9%
  • Baby 3 %
  • Mouse, Mausi or Mäuschen 3%
  • Darling 3%
  • Bear or little bear 2%
  • Sweeter 2%

Almost 8% of women said they gave their partner other nicknames that were not based on the classics such as “Schatzi” or “Liebling”. A further 6% said they would choose a diminutive of their partner's first name. 15% of those surveyed even stated that they do not use pet names for their loved ones at all.

This is what men call their partner

  • Schatz or Schatzi 35%
  • Mouse, Mausi or Mäuschen 7%
  • Hare or Hare 6%
  • Sweet 2%
  • Baby 2 %
  • Favorite 1%
  • Bear or little bear 1%

7% of men reported using other pet names that were not listed. 6%, in turn, used a variation or abbreviation of their partner's first name. Another 17% said they don't use pet names.

With nicknames for more diversity

No matter what you call your partner: Many pet names have a special feature that some of us are not aware of. Because terms like “Schatz” or “Schatzi” mean neither the male nor the female gender.

Pet names therefore have the advantage that theygender-specific categoriesomitted and the gender of the partner takes a back seat.

And one more thing at the end:What you call your partner is of course up to you. The main thing is that both of you feel comfortable with the pet names or nicknames.