Booty shorts
These are really short low rise shorts which is supposed to just about cover the minimum modesty. It is almost like an underwear and are worn under short skirts.
Boy shorts
These are shorts which are just a little longer than the booty shorts. They are high rise shorts.
Jamaican shorts
Jamaican shorts refers to shorts which lie between the knee and crotchline
Bermuda shorts
This shorts, which is also known by names walking shorts or dress shorts, ends about 1 inch above the knee. It is a semi-casual clothing; They usually have a cuff at the hem.
Capri
This shorts ends some 3-5 inch below the knee.
Boyfriend shorts
This shorts is a loosely fitting shorts with a relaxed baggy fit. It is usually over sized and distressed with lots of rips.
Chino shorts
These are classic knee length walking shorts made of a cotton twill material. They have a zip front closure.
Cargo Shorts
These are loose baggy shorts with lots of baggy pockets.They are also called combat shorts; they always feature one or more cargo pockets.
Boxer shorts
These are elastic waist shorts worn by men; they are named so because they resemble the shorts used by the boxers. A body hugging boxer shorts is also called huggers/grippers.