10 Cute Nicknames Every Mother-in-Law Will Love
Because she's so much more than just an in-law.
Some say that when you marry your partner you're also marrying their family — mothers, especially. No matter the closeness of your relationship, these unique nicknames will show your mother-in-law the respect and love she deserves. After all, she's the woman who raised your S.O.
M.I.L.
Keep it short and sweet — emphasis on sweet — with this name. It might even become her new go-to monogram.
Mama [First Letter of Last Name Here]
Don't make things complicated: Simply add the first letter of her first or last name (her preference!) to Mama.
Mrs. [Insert Last Name Here]
Go for a formal name if you're still warming up to one another or if she's very old fashioned.
Belle-meré
In French, Belle-meré means beautiful mother, which is fitting TBH.
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Mother-in-Love
As your relationship progresses, so should her nickname. The best part? She'll smile every time you say it.
Big Mama
Nobody cooks, dresses, or loves like Big Mama, that's for sure.
Mimi
It's hard not to love a love a classic name like this. And hey, it's way more interesting than other options.
Mom-ish
It's complicated: She's your mom but not actually your mom. This name — Mom-ish — is the best way to describe her.
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Suegra
Suegra is a lovely word that means mother-in-law in Spanish.
Moms
Adding an "s" at the end of a name is cool and trendy. Her name — Moms — should reflect that.
Amanda Garrity is a lifestyle writer and editor with over seven years of experience, including five years on staff at Good Housekeeping, where she covered all things home and holiday, including the latest interior design trends, inspiring DIY ideas and gift guides for any (and every) occasion. She also has a soft spot for feel-good TV, so you can catch her writing about popular shows like Virgin River, Sweet Magnolias, Hallmark Channel’s When Calls the Heart and more.
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