Young goats are commonly referred to as kids. In addition to that general term, they are also sometimes called bucklings if they are male, or doelings if they are female. This naming convention aligns with the practice among goat breeders, who commonly use the terms buck for a male goat and doe for a female goat. While colloquially goats are sometimes referred to as billies and nannies, professional goat breeders typically prefer to use the terms buck and doe. A castrated male goat is known as a wether.

It’s worth noting that the term “kid” can also be used as a verb to describe the process of goats giving birth, specifically in relation to caprine matters.