Do Bald Dads Spoil Their Daughters? Theory Explained

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Trend expert Shayan Faraz breaks down the meaning of this viral social media trend

Co-authored by Raven Minyard, BA Reviewed by Shayan Faraz

Last Updated: January 19, 2026 Fact Checked

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If you’ve been on TikTok recently, you may have heard people talking about the bald dad theory. There are a few different theories floating around, but one of the most common is that girls with bald dads are spoiled. In this article, we’ll explain what the bald dad theory is, share some popular bald dad theory TikToks, and explain other common theories about bald dads. Trend expert Shayan Faraz also weighs in with his thoughts about the TikTok craze.

What is the bald-headed daddy theory?

Trend expert Shayan Faraz says the bald dad theory suggests that women who have bald dads are spoiled because bald dads are more generous. Bald dads will do almost anything for their daughters, and these women likely won’t settle for a man who doesn’t treat them as well as their dad.

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What is the bald dad theory?

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   The bald dad theory implies that bald dads spoil their daughters. Faraz says, “The bald dad theory on TikTok is a humorous observation online that suggests fathers who are bald are often more generous with their children and secure as parents.” TikTokers have been sharing videos about this “bald dad” theory, suggesting that bald dads will do practically anything for their daughters, which includes little things like paying for their meals, as well as large gestures, like driving across the country to help them move.

   • “The underlying joke is that once a dad becomes bald, he becomes more emotionally secure and that encourages him to provide for his children more generously,” Faraz explains.
   • Most women who post about this theory see it as a good thing; it means their dads truly love them, and it encourages them not to settle for less in a romantic partner.
   • According to Faraz, the trend resonates with TikTokers because it allows them “to tell positive stories about their fathers and ultimately redefine ‘baldness’ into a more positive conversation piece and trait associated with good fathers.”
   • Some men may see it as a red flag, as they think these women will expect too much from a relationship. Most, though, see it as a lighthearted trend.
   • This trend applies to bald dads of all races, but many Black women on TikTok believe it is especially true for bald Black dads.

   Meet the wikiHow Expert

   Shayan Faraz (also known online as Chum) is a trend expert based in Ann Arbor, Michigan who examines cultural trends. He has over 35,000 followers and over 7 million likes on his TikTok page @chummertok.
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Examples of the Bald Dad Theory

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   Many women have confirmed the bald dad theory. While this theory obviously isn’t true for everyone, many women on TikTok have confirmed that their bad dad does, in fact, spoil them. “Creators participating in the trend share stories about their bald dads and highlight warm memories where they received kindness, help, or financial support from their fathers. Videos are usually accompanied with the hashtag #balddadtheory in the caption,” Faraz says. Here are just a few examples:

   • User @loriahcastro shared a video with the caption, “BOYS telling me I’m [too] much. My dad flying into Texas to drive me back home to Alabama.”
   • Creator @kierraxboyd posted a video of her bald father picking sunflowers for her with the caption, “Is the bald headed daddy theory true?”
   • TikToker @elaynawoolsey shared a clip of her bald dad paying for her things at a store with the caption, “Bald dad theory is so accurate.”
   • User @autumnmays_ shared a video of her father grilling with the audio and caption, “Behind every spoiled daughter is a bald headed father.”

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Other Bald Dad Theories

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   Girls with bald dads have thick hair. Another theory suggests that women who have a bald dad don’t have to worry about inheriting his hair problems because they typically have naturally long, thick hair. TikToker @isabelle.lux shared a video captioned “girls with bald dads…” while showing off her thick, wavy locks.

   • Keep in mind that this theory isn’t backed by science, and genetics from both sides of your family play a role in your hair thickness.
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   Pretty girls have bald dads. TikToker @chrisgqperry1 shared a video with the caption, “If she’s pretty, her dad is definitely bald. Tell me I’m lying!” Of course, beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but many commenters played along with the theory, saying things like “This is why I’m ugly” if they have a dad who isn’t bald.
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   Bald dads almost always have daughters. One Reddit post states that the user has noticed that bald men always have daughters, and they want to know if others have noticed this, as well. Other commenters are quick to point out that this “theory” is really just confirmation bias. Both balding men and daughters are common, so it’s not really surprising that a bald man would have a daughter.
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   Men who have bald dads will also go bald. This theory can be true, but it isn’t guaranteed. While balding is genetic, it’s more commonly linked to the maternal grandfather than the father. A father’s baldness can increase the risk of a son’s hair loss, but it isn’t the only factor.
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