Why do people call other people "Muffin"? ?

Question

ie: "Ouch, I scraped my knee" ... "Awww, Muffin!"?

Answer 1

I think it's just somebodies adaption of sweetie over time, seeing as a muffin is a kind of Sweet and is usually sweet tasting.

Answer 2

it's a term of endearment like babe, baby, honey, etc.

Answer 3

It's like "Oh, honey!"

A muffin is something soft and sweet, like your loved one.