This year has seen a surge of unconventional baby names among celebrity parents, sparking lively discussions. Notable names include Brother László, Halo, and Hurricane Thor Thunder, along with nature-inspired choices like Emerson Clover and Townes Meadow Bair. Short names are also trending, exemplified by Aya, Ohm, and Ori. As more stars prepare to welcome children, the trend of distinctive and meaningful names is expected to continue, promising even more creativity in the future.
Unconventional Baby Names from Celebrity Parents
This year has witnessed a wave of unique baby names as celebrity parents embraced creativity in naming their little ones. From Brother to Hurricane, the names chosen in 2024 have certainly stirred conversations among fans and followers alike. Let’s explore some of the most extraordinary names that have emerged this year.
Stars Embrace Unique and Meaningful Names
A particularly noteworthy name this year is Brother László, welcomed by ‘Glee’ star Darren Criss and his wife Mia Swier. After their daughter Bluesy, they opted for a name that raised eyebrows, with Criss confirming on Instagram, “Yes, his first name is really Brother.” The choice sparked mixed reactions from his fans.
Similarly, actress Halle Bailey and her former partner DDG named their son Halo, another name that is also a common word. Additionally, ‘Too Hot To Handle’ star Francesca Farago introduced her twins, Poetry Lucia and Locket Romance, showcasing her penchant for romantic names. DJ David Guetta chose the simpler yet striking name Cyan for his son born in March.
More celebrity parents have joined the trend of unique names. Adam DeVine named his son Beau, meaning “handsome,” while Cameron Diaz and Benji Madden opted for the celestial name Cardinal for their second child. Josh Duhamel’s son, Shepherd Lawrence, adds to the growing list of names that carry significant meanings.
Justin and Hailey Bieber welcomed their son Jack, who carries the middle name Blues, hinting at his father’s musical legacy.
Philipp Plein, known for his extravagant tastes, has continued his trend of unusual names with Hurricane Thor Thunder, alongside his other sons, Romeo Prince and Halo Ocean.
Actress Ashley Tisdale has a preference for nature-inspired names, naming her daughter Emerson Clover and giving her first child Jupiter the middle name Iris. Hilary Duff chose the name Townes Meadow Bair for her daughter, further illustrating the trend of nature-themed names.
Short names are also making a comeback among celebrity children. Hilary Swank named her twins Aya and Ohm, while Gal Gadot’s daughter is named Ori, meaning “my light” in Hebrew. Olivia Munn introduced her daughter Méi June, explaining that Méi means “plum” in Chinese. Johnny Galecki’s daughter was given the name Oona Evelena, while basketball star Stephen Curry named his son Caius Chai.
As anticipation builds for the arrivals of children from stars like Jennifer Lawrence, Megan Fox, Machine Gun Kelly, and Milo Ventimiglia in the coming year, the world can expect even more extraordinary baby names to emerge.