A Baby Rabbit Is Called A Kit. A Baby Rabbit Is Called A Kit.
Kit is short for kitten.
At this time of year, you need to watch out for wild rabbit kits in the yard. Even if you haven't seen the mother rabbit, don't worry. She tries to stay away most of the day so as to not attrach predators to the nest. House Rabbit Society was founded in 1988. House Rabbit Society is a non-profit rescue and education group.