Rihanna and A$AP Rocky have joined the ranks of celebrities who opt for unconventional names for their offspring with the arrival of their second son. They recently revealed that they named their newborn, Riot Rose Mayers, possibly inspired by A$AP’s own song, Riot, featuring Pharrell Williams. This isn’t the couple’s first time choosing a distinctive name as their firstborn, born in May 2022, was named RZA Athelston Mayers. Other famous parents have also chosen unique monikers for their children.
Rihanna and A$AP Rocky have joined the long list of celebrities who opt for unconventional names for their children with the arrival of their second son. This trend started in the early 2000s when Gwyneth Paltrow named her daughter Apple, and it has only escalated since then. The likes of Nick Cannon, Amber Heard, and Ashley Tisdale have also joined in, choosing names that often seem to have no clear motivation behind them. DailyMail.com has compiled a list of the most peculiar celebrity baby names.
Nick Cannon, who is known for having 12 children, has given each of them a unique name. Moroccan and Monroe are the names of his two children with ex-wife Mariah Carey. Nick revealed that they came up with those names because they wanted to incorporate the Moorish Moroccan vibe, which was something they always talked about, and Mariah’s love for Marilyn Monroe. He affectionately calls them Roc and Roe, which sounds like Rock n’ Roll. His other children, Golden Sagon, Powerful Queen, and Rise Messiah, were named with a specific theme in mind. According to Nick, Golden is a genius and the others’ names complement his perfectly. Nick also shares three children with his ex Abby De La Rosa: Zion Mixolydian, Zillion Heir, and Beautiful Zeppelin. Abby wanted all their children to have names starting with Z, but when they had a daughter, Nick decided to name her Beautiful Zeppelin because of her beauty.
The famous personality is a proud parent to several children, including Golden Sagon, Powerful Queen, and Rise Messiah, whom he shares with Brittany Bell. For his child with Breana Tiesi, he chose the name Legendary Love, which was an apt representation of their unique and special bond. The child is often affectionately referred to as LL. His baby with LaNisha Cole was given the name Onyx Ice, which was inspired by LaNisha’s love for her African American identity and Cannon’s appreciation for the name Onyx. He further added “ice cold” to the name to give it a unique twist. Nick Cannon also has two children with Alyssa Scott. Sadly, their first son, Zen, passed away at five months old. Their second child, Halo Marie, is named after the rainbow baby they were blessed with after their tragic loss. Nick shared that the name Halo perfectly symbolizes the happiness and hope they experienced after the difficult time they went through.
Amber Heard shared a momentous occasion with her fans, revealing that she gave birth to a baby girl named Oonagh Paige Heard on her own in 2021. The actress expressed her excitement at being able to share the news and conveyed her desire for women to have control over their reproductive choices. She acknowledged the unconventional aspects of her situation as a public figure, but also emphasized the importance of privacy. Oonagh’s name was inspired by the Queen of Fairies in Irish folklore, known for her stunning golden hair.
According to Irish legends, Oonagh was considered as the Fairy Queen. She had lustrous golden hair that cascaded all the way down to the ground. In 2020, her daughter shared the news of her mother’s passing and revealed that her middle name was Paige. The loss of her mother left a deep impact on her and she expressed her emotions in an Instagram post. She mentioned that her mother, Paige Heard, had a beautiful, kind-hearted soul and she will always be remembered. Despite the immense sorrow, she considers herself fortunate to have been her daughter and cherish the memories of her mother’s love and light that she radiated for almost 34 years.
Elon Musk, the entrepreneur, and Grimes, the singer, decided to give their children unique and unconventional names. Their first child, X AE A-XII, was born in 2020, which left fans confused about how to pronounce the name and its meaning. To clarify things, Grimes explained on Twitter that ‘X’ represents the unknown variable, ‘Æ’ is her way of spelling Ai (love &/or Artificial intelligence) in elven language, and ‘A-12’ refers to a non-violent aircraft named SR-17. She also mentioned that the ‘+’ symbol represents her favorite song, Archangel. The couple’s second child, a daughter, was born in 2022, and they named her Exa Dark Sideræl Musk. Grimes explained to a journalist that the name Exa is derived from the supercomputing term exaFLOPS, which means the ability to perform one quintillion floating-point operations per second.
In 2022, the couple became parents to a daughter whom they named Exa Dark Sideræl Musk. Grimes explained that “Dark” represents the unknown and is the absence of photons. She also sent a voice memo to clarify the pronunciation of Sideræl as “sigh-deer-ee-el,” which she described as a more elven spelling of sidereal. This name references the true time of the universe, star time, and deep space time. Grimes’ favorite Lord of the Rings character, Galadriel, who abdicates the ring, also inspired the name. Although Grimes originally wanted to name her daughter Odysseus, she eventually settled on Y, while their son is commonly called X. Recently, Elon Musk revealed the existence of a previously undisclosed third child with Grimes, whose name is Tau Techno Mechanicus, nicknamed Tau after a book review in the New York Times.
Shay Mitchell, a Canadian actress, chose to adopt a travel-related theme for her baby names. Her two children, born in 2019 and 2022, were named Atlas and Rome, respectively. The inspiration for the name “Atlas” came from a friend who had suggested it for her own daughter. Shay and her partner Matte Babel were immediately drawn to it and felt it was the perfect fit. Shay is an avid traveler and also owns a line of travel accessories. For her second child, Shay wanted a name that was not only travel-inspired but also paid tribute to a family member. In an emotional Instagram post, she revealed that her daughter’s name, Rome, was a homage to her late grandmother Romaine, whom she considered her “best friend” and “soulmate.” Despite the loss of her grandmother and the birth of her second child in the same year, Shay finds solace in the belief that they are together and feels grateful for the peace and happiness it brings her.
Ashley Tisdale, a 38-year-old actress, and her 41-year-old musician husband Chris French chose the name Jupiter for their daughter, inspired by a fond memory from Ashley’s childhood. The couple shared the news of their daughter’s birth on Instagram, with a black-and-white photo of them holding Jupiter’s little hand. Ashley later revealed the meaning of her daughter’s name, explaining that it was based on a song her mother used to sing to her while putting on her tights. Jupiter Iris French was born on March 23, 2021.
Ashley, a New Jersey native, revealed the meaning behind her daughter’s name two months after giving birth. She explained that it’s like “Hands up! Reach for the stars, there goes Jupiter, there goes Mars,” and she thought that Jupiter would be a great name. In a Mother’s Day tribute, Ashley expressed how becoming a mom has made her appreciate the strength of mothers, especially single moms. She also gushed about her baby girl, saying that Jupiter is everything and more. Similarly, Ed Sheeran and his wife Cherry chose a unique name for their daughter, Lyra Antartica Seaborn, which some people find strange. However, Ed likes the fact that his wife’s name is also unique and wanted to give their daughter a one-of-a-kind name as well. They now have a second daughter with an equally interesting name.
Ed Sheeran and his wife, Cherry, have given their newborn daughter a one-of-a-kind name. According to The Sun, the couple named their child Lyra Antartica Seaborn, and it’s believed that Ed’s fascination with astronomy played a role in choosing the name. Reportedly, Jupiter was visible through a telescope during the month that their daughter was conceived, which may have inspired the singer to opt for such an unconventional moniker. Sources close to the couple have revealed that they love the name’s uniqueness and meaning, and that it suits their daughter perfectly. Cherry has reportedly been overjoyed since becoming a mother again, and the couple is said to be a perfect match.
WWE star Brie Bella has always been familiar with unique names in the wrestling world, so it’s no surprise that she chose an equally fascinating name for her newborn son – Buddy Dessert. The name was chosen to honor important figures in both Brie and her husband Bryan Danielson’s lives. In an interview with People, Brie revealed that they named their son after Bryan’s late father who had always wanted a grandson. Unfortunately, he passed away before getting to see his wish come true. Additionally, Bryan wanted a son to carry on the Danielson family name, making the name Buddy even more special. As for the name “Dessert,” Brie explained that it signifies a sweet reward after going through a tough time.
Brie and her husband chose to give their older daughter the name Birdie Joe, as they both wanted to honor their respective family members. Brie’s grandmother’s maiden name was Dessert, which is pronounced “desert” despite its French spelling, and she wanted to incorporate it into the baby’s name. Meanwhile, Brie’s husband requested that all their children have names starting with the letter B, as his family tradition followed this pattern. They also wanted a nature-inspired name for their daughter, which led them to choose Birdie. Additionally, they decided to include Brie’s grandfather’s name, Joe, as their daughter’s middle name, since he held a special place in Brie’s heart.
Lea Michele and her partner Zandy Reich chose a meaningful name for their son who was born in August 2020. The couple, who are both 37 years old, have not explicitly explained the significance of their baby’s name, but subtly hinted at its meaning when they announced his birth on Instagram. Lea expressed her gratitude for the “true blessing” and capitalized the first word of his name. As a doting mother, the Glee actress has been very vocal about her bond with her son. She even created a lullaby album for him, featuring covers from various artists, including Fleetwood Mac, Guns N Roses, and Christina Perri. Lea shared that music was her way of communicating with her baby, both before and after he was born. She also revealed that motherhood has made her softer, and she feels that having a child has transformed her the most.
