The best car nickname revealed - here is what Birmingham drivers are calling their cars
A survey highlights car naming trends among UK drivers, with 'Babe' as Birmingham's top choice
In a survey of 4,000 UK adults, nearly half (49%) of those who’ve ever owned a car say they’ve given it a name.
Among the most popular are Babe, Betty, Daisy and Ruby.
Nearly one in six say the name simply “suits the car” (14%), while one in eight always name their vehicles (12%).
Here are the most popular car nicknames for UK cities
- Edinburgh – Daisy
- Glasgow – Betty
- Newcastle – Babe
- Belfast – Pearl
- Leeds – Ghost
- Manchester – Babe
- Liverpool – Pearl, Rex & Ruby
- Sheffield – Daisy
- Nottingham – Babe
- Birmingham – Babe
- Cardiff – Bertie & Sally
- Bristol – Bertie
- London – Babe
- Southampton – Winnie
The most popular car nickname for those in Birmingham is Babe.
While cars are more likely to be referred to as Winne in Southampton or Bertie in Bristol, the name Pearl is preferred for cars in Belfast.
In Sheffield and Edinburgh, the springy name Daisy is most frequently used for cars, whereas Leeds chooses a darker moniker, Ghost.
Overall, across the UK, the five most popular nicknames the nation gives their cars are: Babe, Betty, Daisy, Ruby and Pearl.
Nicknames are most commonly given because the name suits the car, the driver always name their cars, or because they think the name is funny.
Pearl is the most popular nickname given by car owners surveyed aged 24 or under, while Daisy places top for those aged 45 or over.
Martin Smith, Motor Claims Manager at Aviva, said: “Whether it’s a funny nickname or a heartfelt tribute, naming a car can often reflect just how meaningful that vehicle is to its owner.
“Not only do we spend a vast amount of time in our cars in our everyday routines, but cars are also tied to many chapters of our lives.
“From memorable road trips with friends to dropping the kids off at university for the first time, it’s easy to see how we can become so attached to our vehicles and the memories they carry.
“With so many feeling attached to their cars, it's important to keep up with regular maintenance, servicing and of course appropriate insurance cover - all of which will help to keep your car on the roads for as long as possible."