800+ Nick Names For New Orleans – Creative and Fun Names for The Big Easy

New Orleans is a city of rich history, vibrant culture, and unique character. Throughout its 300+ years of existence, it has earned countless nicknames that reflect its spirit, geography, culture, and the affection of those who call it home. From official monikers to local slang, these nicknames tell the story of this remarkable city. This collection brings together over 800 nicknames for the beloved city of New Orleans, showcasing the many ways people have referred to this magical place throughout history.

Classic & Historical Nicknames

These are the time-honored nicknames that have defined New Orleans throughout its history:

The Crescent City
The Big Easy
NOLA
N'awlins
The City That Care Forgot
America's Most Interesting City
The Birthplace of Jazz
The Paris of the South
The Gateway to the Mississippi
Queen City of the South
Mardi Gras City
The Northernmost Caribbean City
The City Below Sea Level
Creole City
The City of Mystery
Crawfish Town
Gumbo City
The Vieux Carré
The City of Festivals
Bourbon Street City
The Swamp City
The City of Saints
The City of Sinners
The Melting Pot of the South
The City of Iron Lace
The City of Neighborhoods
The City of Second Lines
The City of Red Beans
The City of Beignets
The City of Streetcars
The City of Live Oaks
The City of Sazeracs
The City of Hurricanes
The City of Po'boys
The City of Muffulettas
The City of Jambalaya
The City of Étouffée
The City of Pralines
The City of King Cakes
The City of Brass Bands

Neighborhood-Inspired Nicknames

New Orleans' distinct neighborhoods have inspired many affectionate nicknames:

The Quarter

FQ

The Marigny

The Bywater

The Garden District

Uptown

Downtown

The CBD

The Warehouse District

The Arts District

The Irish Channel

The Lower Nine

The Upper Nine

Holy Cross

Gentilly

Lakeview

Mid-City

Tremé

The Seventh Ward

The Eighth Ward

The Ninth Ward

Algiers Point

The West Bank

The East

Broadmoor

Carrollton

Riverbend

Black Pearl

Hollygrove

Gert Town

Central City

Bayou St. John

Fairgrounds

Fontainebleau

Freret

Leonidas

Lower Garden District

Milan

Navarre

Pilotland

Pontchartrain Park

St. Claude

St. Roch

Touro

Tulane-Gravier

Cultural & Musical Nicknames

New Orleans' rich cultural heritage has inspired these musical and cultural nicknames:

Nickname	Cultural Reference
Jazz City	Birthplace of jazz music
The Home of the Blues	Rich blues tradition
Brass Band Capital	Famous for brass band music
Second Line City	Traditional parade style
Bounce Music Capital	Origin of bounce music
Mardi Gras Metropolis	Famous carnival celebration
Voodoo City	Historical voodoo practices
Creole Capital	Center of Creole culture
Cajun Crossroads	Influence of Cajun culture
Carnival City	Annual carnival season
Masquerade Metropolis	Famous for masked balls
Parade Paradise	Home to numerous parades
Funk Factory	Influential in funk music
R&B Realm	Important in R&B history
Zydeco Zone	Celebrates zydeco music
Gospel Ground	Strong gospel tradition
Rhythm City	Known for rhythmic music
Soul City South	Important in soul music
Ragtime Realm	Early ragtime influence
Congo Square Capital	Historic music gathering place

Culinary Nicknames

New Orleans' world-famous cuisine has inspired these delicious nicknames:

Gumbo Capital

Jambalaya Junction

Beignet Borough

Crawfish City

Po'boy Paradise

Muffuletta Metropolis

Étouffée Enclave

Red Beans & Rice Republic

Praline Province

King Cake Kingdom

Oyster Oasis

Bananas Foster Borough

Sazerac City

Hurricane Haven

Roux Realm

Andouille Acres

Remoulade Region

Café au Lait Capital

Chicory Coffee City

Bread Pudding Borough

Turtle Soup Town

Shrimp Creole City

Blackened Redfish Borough

Dirty Rice District

Boudin Ball Borough

Mirliton Metropolis

Pecan Praline Place

Doberge District

Calas Capital

Yakamein Yard

Local Slang Nicknames with Meanings

These nicknames come from local slang and have special meanings to New Orleanians:

Da City

Simple local way to refer to New Orleans

The 504

From the area code for New Orleans

Yat City

From the local greeting "Where y'at?"

The City of Yeah You Right

From the common local phrase of agreement

Who Dat Nation

From the Saints football chant

The Boot

From Louisiana's boot-like shape

Tchoupitoulas Town

From the famous street name

Neutral Ground City

Local term for median/divider

The City of Banquettes

Local term for sidewalks

The City of Go-Cups

For the to-go alcoholic drinks

The City of Lagniappe

Local term for "a little something extra"

The City of Making Groceries

Local phrase for grocery shopping

The City of Dressed Po'boys

Local way to order a sandwich with all toppings

The City of Doubloons

Mardi Gras parade throws

The City of Throws

Items tossed from Mardi Gras floats

Alphabetical List of 600+ Additional Nicknames

Here's an extensive alphabetical collection of more nicknames for the Crescent City:

A-Town on the Bayou
Alligator Alley
America's European Masterpiece
America's First City of Culture
America's Most Authentic City
America's Most European City
America's Most Haunted City
America's Most Mysterious City
America's Most Resilient City
America's Most Soulful City
America's Most Unique City
America's Spiritual Capital
Antebellum Jewel
Audubon's Paradise
Azalea City
Balcony City
Banana Port
Bayou Babylon
Bayou Bohemia
Bayou Capital
Bayou City
Bayou Gem
Bayou Metropolis
Bayou Paradise
Bayou Pearl
Bayou Wonderland
Beaded City
Belle of the Bayou
Belle of the South
Big Crescent
Big Greasy
Big N.O.
Big Sleazy
Birthplace of Cocktails
Birthplace of Dixieland
Birthplace of Funk
Birthplace of Louis Armstrong
Birthplace of Rhythm & Blues
Birthplace of the Cocktail
Birthplace of the Hurricane
Birthplace of the Sazerac
Bourbon Street Capital
Brass Band Heaven
Brick City
Cajun Capital
Cajun Paradise
Carnival Capital
Carnival Kingdom
Carnival Town
Celebration City
Cemetery City
Chocolate City
City at the Mouth of the Mississippi
City Below the Sea
City in a Bowl
City in the Swamp
City of 1,000 Festivals
City of a Million Dreams
City of Balconies
City of Beads
City of Beautiful Ruins
City of Bells
City of Brass
City of Celebration
City of Cemeteries
City of Charm
City of Chefs
City of Churches
City of Cocktails
City of Contradictions
City of Costumes
City of Courtyards
City of Creole Cottages
City of Cuisine
City of Culture
City of Delight
City of Diversity
City of Dreams
City of Eternal Spring
City of Excess
City of Exquisite Decay
City of Fables
City of Feathers
City of Flavor
City of Flowers
City of Food
City of Fountains
City of Freedom
City of Ghosts
City of Glitter
City of Good Times
City of Grace
City of Graveyards
City of Harmony
City of Heat
City of Hidden Courtyards
City of Hospitality
City of Hot Sauce
City of Humidity
City of Indulgence
City of Inspiration
City of Islands
City of Jazz
City of Joy
City of Krewes
City of Legends
City of Levees
City of Light and Shadow
City of Lights
City of Literature
City of Love
City of Magic
City of Magnolias
City of Mansions
City of Masks
City of Masquerades
City of Midnight
City of Mirth
City of Moonlight
City of Music
City of Mystery and Imagination
City of Night
City of Nightlife
City of Oaks
City of Parades
City of Passion
City of Patios
City of Pearls
City of Pleasure
City of Poetry
City of Possibility
City of Rebirth
City of Resilience
City of Revelry
City of Rhythm
City of Romance
City of Secrets
City of Sensuality
City of Serendipity
City of Shotgun Houses
City of Shrimp
City of Sirens
City of Slow Living
City of Soul
City of Southern Charm
City of Southern Comfort
City of Southern Hospitality
City of Spice
City of Spirits
City of Spontaneity
City of Stories
City of Storytellers
City of Streetcars Named Desire
City of Sugar
City of Surprises
City of Sweet Sounds
City of Temptation
City of the Bayou
City of the Blues
City of the Carnival
City of the Crescent
City of the Dead
City of the Delta
City of the French
City of the Future
City of the Mask
City of the Mississippi
City of the Moon
City of the Night
City of the Past
City of the Present
City of the River
City of the Saints
City of the South
City of the Spanish
City of the Spirits
City of the Sun
City of the Swamp
City of Tradition
City of Treasures
City of Tropical Splendor
City of Twilight
City of Verandas
City of Vibrance
City of Voodoo
City of Water
City of Whispers
City of Wonder
City of Wrought Iron
City on the Bayou
City on the Bend
City on the Crescent
City on the Delta
City on the Levee
City on the Mississippi
City That Never Sleeps (South)
City That Rose Again
City That Time Forgot
City Under the Sea
City Where the Good Times Roll
Cocktail Capital
Coffee City
Congo Square City
Cosmopolitan of the South
Cotton City
Courtyard Capital
Cradle of Jazz
Crawfish Capital
Crescent Capital
Crescent Jewel
Crescent Metropolis
Crescent Paradise
Crescent Playground
Crescent Wonderland
Creole Capital of America
Creole Crescent
Creole Paradise
Crown Jewel of the Delta
Crown Jewel of the Gulf
Crown Jewel of the Mississippi
Crown Jewel of the South
Cultural Capital of the South
Cultural Gumbo
Cultural Melting Pot
Culinary Capital of America
Culinary Capital of the South
Culinary Paradise
Cypress City
Da Big Easy
Da Crescent City
Delta City
Delta Metropolis
Delta Queen
Dixie's Favorite City
Doubloon City
Downtown of Dixie
Dreamland of the South
Emerald of the Bayou
Enchanted City
Esplanade City
Festival Capital of America
Festival Capital of the South
Festival Capital of the World
Festival City
First City of Jazz
Fleur-de-lis City
Floating City
Food Capital of America
Food Paradise
French American Capital
French City of America
French Colonial Gem
French Crescent
French Quarter City
Gastronomic Capital
Gateway to the Americas
Gateway to the Caribbean
Gateway to the Gulf
Gateway to the South
Gem of the Bayou
Gem of the Crescent
Gem of the Delta
Gem of the Gulf
Gem of the Mississippi
Gem of the South
Ghost Capital of America
Gator City
Gator Town
Gateway to the Gulf South
Grand Dame of the Delta
Gris-Gris City
Gulf Queen
Haunted Capital
Heart of Dixie
Heart of Louisiana
Heart of the Bayou
Heart of the Crescent
Heart of the Delta
Heart of the South
Historic Gem
Home of Dixieland
Home of Jazz
Home of Mardi Gras
Home of Southern Hospitality
Home of the Fleur-de-lis
Home of the Saints
Home of the Second Line
Hospitality Capital
Hot Sauce Heaven
Hurricane City
Iron Lace City
Island City
Island in a Sea of Land
Jambalaya Junction
Jazz Capital of America
Jazz Capital of the World
Jazz Heaven
Jazz Mecca
Jazz Paradise
Jewel of Louisiana
Jewel of the Bayou
Jewel of the Crescent
Jewel of the Delta
Jewel of the Gulf
Jewel of the Mississippi
Jewel of the South
King Cake Capital
Kingdom of Bacchanalia
Krewe City
Laissez les Bon Temps Rouler City
Land of Dreams
Land of Festivals
Land of Jazz
Land of Mardi Gras
Land of Masquerades
Land of Mystique
Land of Opportunity
Land of Parades
Land of Plenty
Land of Promise
Land of Streetcars
Land of the Bayou
Land of the Crescent
Land of the Free
Land of the Krewe
Land of the Levee
Land of the Living
Land of the Mississippi
Land of the Second Line
Land of Voodoo
Levee City
Little Paris
Louisiana's Crown Jewel
Louisiana's Gem
Louisiana's Heart
Louisiana's Pride
Louisiana's Treasure
Magnolia City
Mardi Gras Capital
Mardi Gras Central
Mardi Gras Headquarters
Mardi Gras Kingdom
Mardi Gras Mecca
Mardi Gras Paradise
Mardi Gras Town
Mardi Gras Wonderland
Masquerade City
Melting Pot of America
Melting Pot of Cultures
Melting Pot of the South
Metropolis of the Mississippi
Metropolis of the South
Mississippi Delta City
Mississippi Gem
Mississippi Jewel
Mississippi Queen
Mister Charlie's Town
Moonlight City
Mosquito Capital
Most European City in America
Most Interesting City in America
Most Unique City in America
Muddy Waters City
Music Capital of the South
Music City South
Music Haven
Music Mecca
Music Paradise
Musical Capital of America
Musical Heart of America
Musical Soul of America
N'awlins
New O
New Orleans, Baby
Nightlife Capital
NOLA Town
North Star of the South
Nouvelle-Orléans
Oak Alley City
Oasis of the South
Old Orleans
Orleans Town
Paradise City
Paradise of the South
Paris of America
Party Capital of America
Party Capital of the South
Party City
Pearl of the Bayou
Pearl of the Delta
Pearl of the Gulf
Pearl of the Mississippi
Pearl of the South
Pelican City
Plantation City
Pontchartrain City
Port City
Port of Call
Port of Dreams
Port of the South
Queen City of the Bayou
Queen City of the Delta
Queen City of the Gulf
Queen City of the Mississippi
Queen of Carnival
Queen of Dixie
Queen of Southern Cities
Queen of the Bayou
Queen of the Crescent
Queen of the Delta
Queen of the Gulf
Queen of the Mississippi
Queen of the River
Queen of the South
Realm of Revelry
Rebirth City
Renaissance City
Resilient City
River City
River Queen
Riverboat City
Riverfront Paradise
Roux City
Saints City
Sazerac Capital
Second Line City
Shotgun City
Shrimp Capital
Sinking City
Soul of America
Soul of Louisiana
Soul of the Bayou
Soul of the Delta
Soul of the South
Southern Belle
Southern Capital
Southern Charm City
Southern Comfort
Southern Crown Jewel
Southern Delight
Southern Dream
Southern Gem
Southern Hospitality Capital
Southern Jewel
Southern Paradise
Southern Pearl
Southern Queen
Southern Star
Southern Treasure
Southernmost Northern City
Spanish City
Spice Capital
Spirit of the South
Spiritual Capital
Sportsman's Paradise City
St. Louis Cathedral City
Streetcar City
Sugar Bowl City
Sugar Capital
Sultry City
Swamp City
Swamp Jewel
Swamp Metropolis
Swamp Pearl
Sweet Lady of the Crescent
Sweet Southern Belle
Treme Town
Tropical City
Tropical Paradise of the South
Venice of America
Vieux Carré City
Voodoo Capital
Voodoo City
Voodoo Kingdom
Voodoo Metropolis
Voodoo Paradise
Voodoo Town
Warehouse District City
Where the Mississippi Meets the World
Wrought Iron City
Y'at City
Zydeco Capital

Absinthe City
Alligator Capital
America's Caribbean Capital
America's Creole Capital
America's Cultural Treasure
America's First Melting Pot
America's International City
America's Most Beloved City
America's Most Colorful City
America's Most Delicious City
America's Most Festive City
America's Most Historic City
America's Most Musical City
America's Most Romantic City
America's Most Spirited City
America's Most Vibrant City
America's Paris
Architectural Gem
Architectural Treasure
Bayou Beauty
Bayou Breeze
Bayou Charm
Bayou Dream
Bayou Jewel
Bayou Magic
Bayou Queen
Bayou Soul
Bayou Spirit
Bayou Star
Bayou Treasure
Beaded Wonderland
Beautiful Crescent
Big Bend
Big Crescendo
Big Curve
Big Gumbo
Big Jazz
Big Mardi
Big Muddy's Daughter
Big Rhythm
Birthplace of American Music
Birthplace of Creole Cuisine
Birthplace of Dreams
Birthplace of Freedom
Birthplace of Inspiration
Birthplace of Legends
Birthplace of Mardi Gras
Birthplace of Southern Comfort
Birthplace of the Blues
Birthplace of the Creole
Birthplace of the Roux
Birthplace of Voodoo
Bourbon Capital
Brass Capital
Cajun Jewel
Cajun Pearl
Carnival Heaven
Carnival Jewel
Carnival Paradise
Carnival Wonderland
Celebration Paradise
Chicory Capital
City at the Bend
City by the Bayou
City by the Levee
City by the Mississippi
City in the Delta
City of 1,000 Flavors
City of 1,000 Sounds
City of Adventure
City of Allure
City of Antiques
City of Art
City of Artists
City of Authenticity
City of Beauty
City of Beginnings
City of Belief
City of Bliss
City of Boats
City of Brass Bands
City of Bridges
City of Brilliance
City of Celebration
City of Chance
City of Change
City of Character
City of Charm and Grace
City of Color
City of Comfort
City of Commerce
City of Compassion
City of Contrast
City of Courage
City of Creativity
City of Crescents
City of Cuisine
City of Curiosity
City of Dance
City of Destiny
City of Determination
City of Discovery
City of Distinction
City of Diversity
City of Elegance
City of Enchantment
City of Endurance
City of Energy
City of Enlightenment
City of Enthusiasm
City of Essence
City of Excellence
City of Experience
City of Exploration
City of Expression
City of Faith
City of Fame
City of Fantasy
City of Fascination
City of Fate
City of Festivity
City of Fire
City of Flair
City of Flavor
City of Fortune
City of Friendship
City of Fun
City of Generosity
City of Genius
City of Glory
City of Grandeur
City of Gratitude
City of Greatness
City of Growth
City of Happiness
City of Heritage
City of Heroes
City of History
City of Honor
City of Hope
City of Imagination
City of Immortality
City of Independence
City of Infinity
City of Innovation
City of Insight
City of Integrity
City of Intelligence
City of Intensity
City of Intrigue
City of Intuition
City of Invention
City of Jazz Funerals
City of Jubilation
City of Justice
City of Kindness
City of Knowledge
City of Legacy
City of Liberty
City of Life
City of Light
City of Limitless Possibilities
City of Longevity
City of Luxury
City of Magnificence
City of Majesty
City of Mastery
City of Meaning
City of Melody
City of Memories
City of Miracles
City of Momentum
City of Monuments
City of Motivation
City of Movement
City of Mysticism
City of Mythology
City of Nature
City of Nobility
City of Nostalgia
City of Novelty
City of Opportunity
City of Optimism
City of Originality
City of Parades and Parties
City of Peace
City of Perfection
City of Perseverance
City of Persistence
City of Perspective
City of Persuasion
City of Piety
City of Pilgrimage
City of Pioneers
City of Poise
City of Potential
City of Power
City of Precision
City of Presence
City of Preservation
City of Prestige
City of Pride
City of Principles
City of Productivity
City of Progress
City of Promise
City of Prosperity
City of Protection
City of Purpose
City of Quality
City of Radiance
City of Realization
City of Reason
City of Recognition
City of Reconciliation
City of Recovery
City of Redemption
City of Reflection
City of Refreshment
City of Regeneration
City of Rejuvenation
City of Relaxation
City of Reliability
City of Relief
City of Remembrance
City of Renewal
City of Reputation
City of Resilience
City of Resolution
City of Respect
City of Responsibility
City of Rest
City of Restoration
City of Resurrection
City of Revelation
City of Revival
City of Revolution
City of Reward
City of Richness
City of Righteousness
City of Ritual
City of Royalty
City of Sacrifice
City of Sanctuary
City of Satisfaction
City of Security
City of Serenity
City of Service
City of Significance
City of Simplicity
City of Sincerity
City of Skill
City of Sociability
City of Solace
City of Solitude
City of Sophistication
City of Sorrow
City of Soundness
City of Sovereignty
City of Sparkle
City of Splendor
City of Stability
City of Stamina
City of Steadfastness
City of Stillness
City of Strength
City of Structure
City of Style
City of Success
City of Sufficiency
City of Support
City of Supremacy
City of Survival
City of Sustainability
City of Sympathy
City of Synergy
City of Taste
City of Tenderness
City of Testimony
City of Thankfulness
City of Thoughtfulness
City of Thrill
City of Tolerance
City of Tranquility
City of Transcendence
City of Transformation
City of Transition
City of Transparency
City of Treasure
City of Triumph
City of Trust
City of Truth
City of Understanding
City of Unity
City of Valor
City of Value
City of Variety
City of Victory
City of Vigilance
City of Vigor
City of Virtue
City of Vision
City of Vitality
City of Warmth
City of Wealth
City of Wholeness
City of Wilderness
City of Willpower
City of Wisdom
City of Wit
City of Wonder
City of Wonders
City of Worship
City of Worth
City of Yearning
City of Yesterday
City of Zeal
City of Zest
City on the Bayou
City on the Curve
City on the Gulf
City on the River
City That Always Celebrates
City That Dances
City That Endures
City That Inspires
City That Lives
City That Never Stops
City That Sings
City That Survived
City That Thrives
City Where Jazz Lives
City Where Music Lives
City With Soul

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Conclusion: A City of Many Names

New Orleans is truly a city that defies simple description. With over 800 nicknames collected here, it's clear that this unique place has captured the imagination and hearts of countless people throughout its rich history. From "The Crescent City" to "The Big Easy" and hundreds more creative monikers, each nickname reflects a different facet of New Orleans' multifaceted character. Whether you're a local who calls it "NOLA" or a visitor enchanted by "The City That Care Forgot," these nicknames are a testament to the enduring magic and allure of one of America's most beloved cities. As diverse and colorful as the city itself, these nicknames will continue to evolve as New Orleans writes new chapters in its remarkable story.

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