The British have several nicknames, depending on the context and the speaker's nationality.
Common Nicknames for the British:
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Brit: A common shortening of "Briton" or "Britisher," frequently used in the United States, Ireland, and other countries. (Source: Brit. Brit is a commonly used term in the United States, the Republic of Ireland and elsewhere, shortened from "Briton" or "Britisher".)
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Limey: This nickname originates from the British Navy's practice of giving sailors limes to prevent scurvy. American sailors used this term. (Source: The British Navy gave its sailors limes or lemon juice rations to ward off scurvy – earning them the nickname of "Limeys" among the American sailors.)
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Pommy or Pom: This is a common nickname used by Australians and New Zealanders. (Source: Aussies (Australia) call us 'poms' or 'pommies'. Kiwis (New Zealand) do the same.)
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Tommy: This term was historically used to refer to British soldiers. (Source: The name Tommy for any soldier in...)
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Rosbif: The French use this nickname, which translates to "Roast Beef." (Source: Froggies (French) call us 'Rosbifs' (roast beefs).)
These are just a few examples; other nicknames exist depending on the region and historical context. The Wikipedia article "Glossary of names for the British" offers a more extensive list. (Source: Glossary of names for the British - Wikipedia)
