That would not be a good first impression. In fact, there are many reasons as to why a guy calls you sweetheart. Let me explain to you what it means when a guy uses this term before you get too nervous about it. 

Sweetheart is one of those words that are used in different ways as well as situations with different results. Its most common use is between couples who have been together for some time. However, there are several other factors that come into play when deciding when and if this word should be used by an individual.

1. He has strong feelings for you

One of the most common reasons that guys call girls sweetheart is that they feel something very strong for them. If a guy really likes you or even loves you, then he will probably call you sweetheart. He might also say other pet names like honey, darling, or dear. These are all signs that he feels something very strong towards you and wants to get closer to you.

2. He thinks that your personality is sweet

Another reason why a guy may call a girl sweetheart is that he thinks her personality is sweet. These kinds of guys usually look at girls who are kind and caring as being sweethearts and they want to be around them more often. They will also try to compliment them with the word sweetheart.

3. You're likable.

If someone calls you sweetheart, they probably like you as a person! They could be a classmate or coworker, or they could be someone with whom you're more intimate and who wants to compliment your character.

4. You're kind and caring.

If someone calls you sweetheart, they might be responding to your kind and caring attitude or actions. Many people use the term "sweetie" or "sweetheart" to refer to those who are empathetic and compassionate—so if that's you, congrats!

5. You have an upbeat personality.

People typically use the word "sweetheart" for those who are fun-loving, warm, talkative—basically a happy-go-lucky person! If that's what you're.

6. He doesn't want to make things awkward

He doesn't want to make things awkward between the two of you by giving you a more romantic nickname, so 'sweetheart' is his way of making sure he's not too forward with you yet.

7. He thinks you're cute

So, you've been hanging out with that cute guy from your class for a while, and you're starting to think he's into you. But when you ask him about it, he just says "it's complicated." How is that possible? You've shared so much together: stolen glances and awkward silences. He even called you "sweetheart" the other day! What does it mean when a guy calls you sweetheart?

8. Guys are pretty simple creatures

Well, it helps if you know how to speak his language. Guys are pretty simple creatures—and they'll say what they mean if they can help it. The problem is, most girls don't know what it means when a guy calls them "sweetheart." I used to be one of those girls. I would get all excited when a guy called me "sweetheart"—because it meant he cared about me, right? Except he didn't call me "sweetheart" again after that one time…

Don't make my mistake! If a guy calls you sweetheart, he thinks you're cute—and if he's calling you sweetheart in person instead of over text or at work or some other public place—he definitely likes you more than a friend. So don't wait for him to call again

9. He wants to flirt with you

I think it's great when a guy calls you "sweetheart."  It's the equivalent of a guy calling you "honey" or "babe"—he wants to flirt with you, but he's not so sure of himself, so he's going with a safer term.  I don't think it's anything serious yet, but it could be if you wanted it to. 

10. He thinks you are kind.

It means he thinks you're kind, caring, generous, and sweet. That's right: sweet. As in the word that comes before "cheeks" and after "a little."

According to Urban Dictionary, the term "sweetheart" is often used ironically by men who are condescending or mean. But we're not going to talk about them because they're not worth your time.

Let's talk about the guys who genuinely think you're a sweetheart. They see your kindness as an asset. They're attracted to your big heart and want to help you do good things in the world! 

Sweetheart guys are dreamboats who are sensitive enough to notice that with your help, everyone can be a little bit kinder. We'd call them perfect boyfriend material, but we know you prefer your relationships to be low-key and casual because you have so many other great things going on in your life.

11. He's trying to annoy you.

When a guy calls you sweetheart, he's trying to annoy you. He knows you don't like being called that, and he wants to get under your skin.

It's not necessarily a bad thing. In some situations, it can be sweet—like if a guy calls his girlfriend "sweetheart" as a term of endearment. It could be a reminder that he is in love with her and cares about her more than anything else in the world.

But what if someone calls you sweetheart when it's not your lover? Or what if you're single? In those cases, there's nothing sweet about being called sweetheart. People who use this term often don't have good intentions. They want to make sure that they are at the top of the food chain, above everyone else. And if someone else uses it to describe another person, they just feel threatened by that person's power and position on top of them.

Let's say you're walking down the street and someone calls out "Sweetheart!" from behind their car window as they drive past you—you know that guy isn't trying to be sweet; he's trying to get your attention so he can take advantage of any weakness or vulnerability you might have shown in your body language

12. He's just trying to be nice.

Sometimes a man will call you "sweetheart" because he means it in a romantic way. But if he doesn't, it's probably because he's trying to be nice, or because that's how he was raised.

According to [source], calling someone "sweetheart" is a common way of being polite, especially between friends and family. The word is traditionally used to refer to someone who is sweet or kind, and it can be used in a lot of different situations. It often goes hand-in-hand with words like "babe," "honey," and "darling." 

It also doesn't necessarily have anything to do with your relationship status. Friends use it all the time, as do fathers and sons. Someone might also say it if you're doing something nice for them, like bringing them food.

So if your guy friend calls you "sweetheart," don't worry about it! It's just his way of being nice (or maybe trying to slip in an indirect compliment).

13. He doesn't know your name.

We've all been there. You're walking down the street, minding your own business, maybe listening to some music on your headphones. Then—bam! You run face-first into the chest of a guy you've never met before.

You look up, and he's smiling at you (a little too aggressively) and calling you sweetheart. Ugh. Does he think he's being cute? Is this a pickup line?

The answer is… it's hard to know for sure. We can't read minds, but we can tell you what this is probably NOT: It's probably not an indication that he thinks you're the love of his life. If a guy really likes you, chances are he's going to use your name as much as possible when talking to you. He might even throw in a nickname or two—a term of endearment like "sweetie," "love," or "darling."

But if he doesn't know your name? He might just be using generic terms like "sweetheart" or "honey" to avoid awkwardness while trying to make conversation with you after accidentally bumping into you. It could be his way of apologizing without actually having to say sorry (which we all know men

14. He wants to get to know you better.

So you're wondering, "What does it mean when a guy calls me 'sweetheart'?" Well, girl, you're going to want to sit down for this one.

I know it's a lot. This guy has the nerve to call you the kind of thing that people are supposed to say when they like someone? The nerve! But no worries—we're going to break down what it means when a guy calls you "sweetheart" and figure out if he's just being nice or if he's trying to tell you something more.

Does He Call Everyone Sweetheart?

First things first: Is he calling everyone "sweetheart"? If so, he might not be trying to make a specific statement about your relationship. Don't get too upset—take this as an opportunity to test whether he's into you. The next time you see him, try giving him a special nickname (like "sugar") and see if he picks up on it!

Is He Calling You Sweetheart in Other Contexts?

If not all of his friends are getting the sweetheart treatment, then maybe he's trying to tell you something! Pay attention to other instances where he uses the word. Does he say things like "I'll pick you up?

15. He's interested in dating you.

The good news is: it could mean either. Guys who are interested in dating you will often call you sweetheart. But so will guys who want to be friends.

So how do you know if the name means anything more than just friendship?

If he's calling you sweetheart and he's flirting with you, laughing at your jokes, and generally being very attentive, he's probably interested in dating you. If he seems to be giving off the "let's be friends" vibes while calling you sweetheart, though, it's probably nothing more than platonic affection.

Try not to read too much into it—but if he wants something more than friendship, that'll become clear soon enough!

16. You are his girlfriend or wife and he wants to be romantic.

When a guy calls you sweetheart, it's likely that he is thinking of you as his girlfriend or wife. If you've just started dating, it's best to assume that he is trying to be romantic.

You can always ask him what he means. But if he says something like, "I'm trying to be romantic," then he probably thinks of you as his girlfriend or wife!

The word "sweetheart" is often used when people are being romantic with each other. So if it's someone you just met, chances are they're flirting with you—not trying to get into your pants!

It's not uncommon for a guy to call his girlfriend "sweetheart." This is usually a sign of affection and love between them, but it could also mean something else: that the girl is their favorite person in the world! If this happens repeatedly over time, consider asking him what it means when someone calls their significant other those types of names.

To sum up, It's a sign of respect and affection, but you should never take it to be a term of endearment, like 'honey'. Ideally, he should reserve the use of sweetheart for you when you're out with him in public. 

At home, he should call you by your name or not at all. But if he does call you sweetheart in front of your friends and family, that's a good sign. It suggests that he wants to mark his territory, as it were.