The only nickname I remember being called as a kid was Big Red by one of my cousins. I was a little chubby kid. However, my family has its share of nicknames. Some people can't even explain how they got them, or don't want to tell.
Pin- My mom; she was very thin.
Boo- an aunt;
Scoby- an uncle;
Turkey- an uncle; he walks like a turkey
Ding- a deceased uncle;
Shorts- a cousin; she was on the short kid
Stretch- my sister; she's not even tall!!!
Dooby- a cousin; her real name is Dana so go figure!