Yes, you can. Pendant lights are actually a nice way to add personality to a bathroom, especially if the room feels a little plain or boxy. Because pendants hang down into the space, they introduce some vertical movement that a typical ceiling light does not. It can make the room feel a bit more layered and intentional.
You will sometimes see small pendants hung on either side of a mirror instead of traditional vanity lights. Designers like this approach because the fixtures frame the mirror while keeping the wall visually clean. Another common spot is above a freestanding tub, where a single pendant can create a calm focal point without adding clutter.
That said, placement and safety matter. Bathrooms deal with steam and splashes, so the fixture needs to be rated for damp or wet locations if it sits near water. This simply means the electrical components are built to handle moisture without problems.
Height is another thing to think about. Pendants should hang high enough that they do not interfere with everyday movement or get in the way of mirrors and cabinets. When the height is right, the light spreads comfortably across the room and feels natural rather than intrusive.
A well placed pendant can change the character of a bathroom pretty quickly. Instead of just lighting the room, it becomes part of the room’s design. Quietly decorative, but still practical.