40 Cool Haircuts for Kids for 2022
Children always deserve the best things: top styles that both of you will admire
Aware of the fact that both parents and the kids from time to time are looking for very unique haircuts we’ve decided to present some of the coolest haircuts for kids out there.
We have some classic cuts with a twist but mostly quite avant-garde haircuts that surely by it’s original character will let the kids shine. When your children are looking for something different you may find some inspiration to look further then the more or less regular haircuts.

Divided into two-part – the first one brings us hairstyles that all parents would like to see and the second part more unique cuts that’ll make our little ones jump on the barber’s chair with joy.

Hard Side Part with Taper
For a classy haircut, this side part style will serve you well. It’s mostly formal and tidy, but the swooped hair adds just a touch of messiness.

Blonde Spiky Highlights on Kid
Spikes with that pocky thorny texture are quite hard to come by these days so let’s enjoy this one for now and see what it really is. The taper fade on the sides is just too good with that perfect line up with a brush-up texture always comes in handy, don’t forget that sleeky blond highlight dye.

Comb Over with Fringe
Here’s a simple combed over hairstyle that you can’t go wrong with. Great for both casual and formal situations.

Textured French Crop with Disconnection
Here is an incredibly trendy hairstyle that will easily set you apart. The sharp disconnected line and messy top are distinctive and stylish.
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Sweet Boy Mop Top Hairstyle
Classic 90’s kid’s go-to haircut, that mop top is a good blend between casual and not so casual. The free-flowing strands give it some life whereas the sides are slightly tapered in layers to keep that volume intact but to also have it under control.

Short Top Tossed Taper Fade
Do you see another Lionel Messi in the making too? Here’s the soccer-inspired cheeky hairstyle with that tossed brush up with that sides being taper faded which makes everything formal yet informal.

Simple Yet Trendy Hairlines
Fine faded sides with that shaved line can either be a hard part or it can be a part of a pattern but for sure it is full of style. The temple, however, is faded with top gaining volume to look thick and lively.

Side Swept Little Pompadour
Is that Mike Ross in the making? The pushed back top with a slight quiff on the forehead tells that he is ready for a meeting and he is going to win! The sides are slightly tapered to respect the top but that hard part is subtle yet present enough that you feel it

Brushed Up Fringe Boys Hairstyle
There we have it, a skateboarder version of the style. The top is quite thick with pocky texture but brush up towards the forehead. The sides are slightly tapered so that it doesn’t get messy but still regains girth. Less maintenance as well, who doesn’t love that?

Wavy Pompadour with Design
Here’s another take on the pompadour that adds a bit of waviness to the hair. The design on the side adds an interesting angular element to the cut.

Curvy Brush Up Top with Low Fade
Where do we even begin? The top is curled brush up which is quite a soccer look and the sides are undercut tapered. That’s not it though, the extreme low fade with temple fade brings all the fun to thin haired dense top. Brush those fingers through it from time to time.

Junior Pompadour Blonde
The pompadour is a great look, but a tall pompadour can cause imbalance when worn by younger boys. One trick is to shrink the pompadour so it fits better.
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French Crop
Are you on the lookout for the most stylish and unique looks for kids? Look no further than this french crop as it has a stylish vibe to it and it certainly delivers the message.

Crop Top with Straight Fringe
For people looking for something a little shorter and dapper, try out this crop top with a straight fringe. A haircut that works well with straight or wavy textures and on thick or thin hair.

Combed Over Side Part for Kids
If you like the side part style but want something a bit longer, try this look. The bulk of the hair is brushed to the side while the sides and back are nice and even.

Kids Boys French Crop Undercut
The undercut is yet another good style for boys. This undercut uses a French crop on top and features a symmetrical fringe.

Disconneced French Crop
Neat yet full of texture, this disconnected variation on the classic French crop is extremely striking. A large hard part divides the hair into two sections that greatly contrast in length.

Faux Hawk
The faux hawk is a tried and true haircut that works well with a variety of hair types. It’s a fun and spiky style that young boys are sure to love.

Scissor Cut with Brush up
For blonde-haired kids, a scissor cut with brush up is an incredibly stylish look. It’s relatively easy to maintain and perfect for summer months; a trim in the front combined with messy, flowing locks near the top create an effortless yet stunning effect. Apply a light product such as mousse or styling cream for best results before blow-drying and brushing upwards. This will help control flyaways while keeping hair looking soft and natural. A few spritzes of hairspray at the end can help finish the look. With this chic do, blonde-haired kids will always look on point!

Asymmetric Texture
Here’s a haircut that will make you stand out in a crowd. The sharp fringe is obviously the focal point, but the messy texture on top is also very visually impactful.

Textured Fringe
Good for boys who like short hair, this textured hairstyle is especially beneficial for thinner, finer hair, as it adds a lot of motion without requiring volume.

Layered Side Brushed Blonde Kid
This layered haircut creates a nice wavy motion in the hair. This is another cut that can easily accompany a highly active lifestyle, and it suits boys of any age.

Quiff
What can look the cutest on any toddler? Of course, the slicked-back top and gelled hair sides. Just imagine how stylish this quiff hairstyle could look with the tiny suit and a bow tie. Also, this is one of the easiest styles to manage in daily life and won’t require your kid to spend long waiting in a salon chair which surely will save you some nerves.

Neat Side Fade with Brush Up
Look at that line-up, that neat fade on the side, and one neat brush-up. The absence of a side part makes this one quite a unique one because usually, we see a part and some sort of side part. The key is to keep length relatively short but not too short.

Buzz Cut with Tapered Fade
Simple and easy to maintain, this buzz cut is ideal for active youngsters. The slight taper on the side is a nice touch that changes things up just a little.

French Crop with Skin Fade
If your little one is after a more unique haircut, this French crop is definitely a cut to consider. It’s straightforward and a little different.

Taper Shaved Sides with Brushed Up Top
For a really suave look, consider this classy brushed up hairstyle. It features a shaved design on the side that adds a bit of edge.

Undercut Slicked Back Blonde
An undercut is always a solid choice for older boys. Here’s a simple, neat variation that’s classy and elegant.

Brush up Skin Fade Blonde
This is a fun hairstyle that’s great for boys who want a very casual and playful look. The hair stands straight up for an eye-catching appearance.

Brush Up
Kids are not left out in the brush up adventure. Its uniquely tousled appearance can take your looks from simple to iconic in seconds while still maintaining your skin’s glow.

Back To School Scissor Cut
This scissor cut is traditional on top and trendy on the sides. The disconnected line up on the left adds an asymmetrical twist that makes this style stand out.

Designer Afro Hair
Inspired by athletes and urban style, this shaved design helps to accentuate the small afro. If desired, the hair on the top can be grown out a bit.

When Summer Holidays Hit
Is that smile making the whole look ten times better? Hell yes, the curly texture on the top is always fun because it regains the length of the hair and even if it is thin it looks heavy due to the product. Moreover, the shaved slit on the sides is just perfect.

Messy Top with Short Strands Texture
Messy hair doesn’t have to look scruffy or unruly. It can create tons of fun and exciting texture, as shown here.

Hard Part with Side Brush
Side part styles can be versatile for young boys. They can be styled to be neat and proper or messy and laid-back (as shown here).

Shadow-Fade-with-Brush-Up
This cut incorporates a dramatic drop fade. The lower sides are completed shaved while blending into the top which is noticeably longer. The front fringe section of the hair is the longest, as it is styled by being brushed upward and away from the face.

Military Style High and Tight
This cut is kept high and tight. The sides are relatively short and mostly the same length. The top is kept a little bit longer and all one length. Also, the top of the hair is spiked up with product to help give it more body and movement.

Stranded Top with Fade
Harry Potter is that you? The falling fringe with that side being faded adds so much panache to this cute hairstyle The top is all frizzy and since the hair is thin, it looks like it has tossed texture with that silky shine to it. Those glasses make it a million times better, don’t they?


Small Spikes with Faded Sides
Brush up? Yes please, tapered sides? Yes please, and a sleek fade, definitely yes, please. The shaved line adds the soccer haircut look to the whole style and this thin brush up just supports the whole outlook.

Disconnected Side Part with Line Up
Another style with dual hard parts, this disconnected side part style is a more mature look that will suit slightly older, fashion-forward boys.

Layered Mo-Hawk
Best for slightly older boys around the middle school age, this hairstyle will stand out in a crowd. It’s a short mohawk that’s very dramatic and attention-grabbing.

Hardline Design
Have you ever seen side part mixed with slicked back? Well here we are, this is a classic example of one, with sides being tapered and faded at the right spots. The shaved lines are just too much of a style statement to handle and the neckline is skin faded, can you take all of it in?

High Volume Loose Brush Up
Many boys want a hairstyle that will match their energetic personalities. This high volume brush up communicates youthfulness like few other haircuts can, so it’s an excellent option for kids.

Ombre Fade Design and French Crop
Where do we even begin? The top is a classic french crop with that pocky straight texture, the sides, however, are very stylish with that mid fade but line ups are not included in the fade. Lastly, the temple is usually faded but this is not your usual haircut, the pocky temple tells a lot!

Disconnected Spiky Soccer Hairstyle
Another athletic-inspired look, this hairstyle features hair spiked up into a slight faux hawk, while a curved line is shaved into the side for a unique flair.

Textured Angular fringe
Inspired by popular athletic hairstyles, this heavily textured style belongs in its own category. The contrast of the fringe and the messy top is interesting and stylish.

Subtle Line Up with Faded Temple
The line up is a very convenient style for kids. When paired with a temple fade, a line up creates a tidy, well-kept appearance.

Twice Disconnected Slicked Back Blonde
Here’s a very slick hairstyle that features brushed up hair and two shaved lines on the side. This is a bold, trendy look that’s ideal for a more preppy style.

Neat Side Part Little Boy
Is that Harvey Spectre in the making? The hard part clearly separates top to the sides and that combed slicked back texture tells that details are everything and no hair is allowed to move. The sides are equally tapered without fade to regain that weight on the sides while the top still looking dominant.

Author
Sophia Jackson
Sophia Jackson is a professional stylist and colourist for Barron’s London Salon in Atlanta, GA. When she’s not styling hair or researching the latest trends, you can find her shopping in trendy boutiques or sipping bubbly at a concert in Chastain park.