Let’s be honest: saving your parents’ names as “Mummy” or “Daddy” is boring AF. We’re not saying it’s wrong, but what’s stopping you from using a name that’ll make you smile whenever they pop up on your screen? If you’re already thinking about hitting the edit button in your contact list, we’ve got some suggestions.

Names to save your dad’s contact

Commander in Chief

If your dad runs the house military-style.

Daddy

This one is simple and straight to the point.

P Man

If your dad is also your guy.

Daddy

If he treats you like a child, even if you’re old AF.

Papa

If he enjoys pidgin a little too much.

Baba e

If your daddy is a retired egbon adugbo.

Old soldier

If he’s a retired military man.

He That Sustains Me

If your dad is a man of God.

Pale

If your dad is a guy man. 

Boss

If your dad is always cosplaying a gen-z. 

Sperm donor

If he’s an absentee dad. 

Oloye

If your dad’s from royalty.

Mr (Insert surname)

If he’s a familiar stranger.

Alhaji

If he’s been to Mecca.

Names to save your mum’s contact

Mummcy

If she’s a real one.

Mama e

If she’s a Lagos island trader.

Alhaja

If she’s been to Mecca. 

Iya teacher

If she’s a disciplinarian. 

My angel

If you’re convinced she’s your real life guardian angel.

Maami

If your mum gives strong granny vibes.

Mother

If your relationship isn’t all that.

Maale

If your mum’s got street OT. 

Mama mia

Spice things up with some Italian.

Mrs (Insert surname)

If she’s an absentee mother.

Momager

If she runs the house like a company. 

My baby

If your mum’s a girl’s girl. 

Chairlady

If she’s a no-nonsense mum who also spoils you silly. 

Moi mi

Means “My mother” in Yoruba. 

Queen

If she’s got some royal blood in her.

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