If you're diving into farm life or flipping through books on animals, you might stop and ask: What is a baby goat called? Goats are familiar faces on farms around the world, but their baby names sometimes trip people up.

A baby goat is called a kid. And that’s just the start.

Meet the Kids

All baby goats are called kids, regardless of gender. The term is common enough that many people don’t realize it’s actually specific to goats. The word "kid" has been used for young goats for centuries.

When talking about specific genders, it gets more detailed. A young male goat is often called a buckling, while a young female is a doeling. These terms are typically used by breeders or people raising goats to keep things clear.

Adult Male and Female Goats

As kids age, the terms shift. An adult

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