kiddo

noun

kid·​do ˈki-(ˌ)dō 

plural kiddos

1

—used as a familiar form of address

you'll be OK, kiddo

2

: child, kid

Synonyms of kiddo

• kid
• child

Examples of kiddo in a Sentence

let's go out to a restaurant where there won't be any screaming kiddos running around

Recent Examples on the Web

Nomad Ridge at The Wilds Cumberland, Ohio Leave the kiddos at home for an adults-only overnight experience at The Wilds—the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium’s conservation center in southwest Ohio. — Tree Meinch, Midwest Living, 11 July 2026

Here are some special considerations for kiddos from their first foray into school, all the way until college. — Melissa Willets, Parents, 6 July 2026

Kylie also explains her decision to leave her kiddos at home in Philadelphia. — Rachel McRady, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026

The burger joint prides itself on its no-frills menu featuring cheese curds, craft sodas and Happiness Meals for the kiddos. — Tanasia Kenney, Charlotte Observer, 25 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

kid entry 1

First Known Use

1905, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for kiddo

• widow

Kids Definition

kiddo

noun

kid·​do ˈkid-(ˌ)ō 

: child sense 2, kid