Celebrities are no strangers to picking distinctive and sometimes surprising names for their children. While these choices often spark discussions and debates, they also inspire baby name trends. Here’s a roundup of 2024’s most remarkable celebrity baby names.

Cameron Diaz & Benji Madden: Cardinal Madden

Famous couple Cameron Diaz and Benji Madden added a second child to their family in March, welcoming a baby boy named Cardinal. They shared their joy in an Instagram post, expressing gratitude and excitement: “He’s awesome, and we’re so happy he’s here!” For privacy reasons, the pair have decided not to share photos of Cardinal or his sister Raddix.

Gal Gadot & Jaron Varsano: Ori Varsano

Actress Gal Gadot and her husband, Jaron Varsano, introduced their fourth daughter, Ori, in March. Gadot’s heartfelt Instagram caption highlighted her baby’s name, which means “my light” in Hebrew, and celebrated the brightness Ori has brought into their lives.

Bliss Poureetezadi & Zack Goytowski: Galileo Terri Rayne

Love Is Blind stars Bliss and Zack Goytowski welcomed their daughter, Galileo, in April. The couple chose the name to honor Galileo’s brilliance and the region of Galilee, where Jesus performed miracles. They affectionately call her “Leo” for short.

Emily VanCamp & Josh Bowman: Rio Rose Bowman

Revenge co-stars Emily VanCamp and Josh Bowman celebrated the arrival of their second child, Rio Rose, in April. VanCamp shared the news with a heartfelt Instagram post: “Welcome to the world, baby girl. We love you so much.”

Stephen & Ayesha Curry: Caius Chai Curry

The Currys expanded their family in May with the birth of their fourth child, Caius Chai. The name “Caius” comes from Latin, meaning “rejoice,” while “Chai” has Hebrew roots, meaning “life.”

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Hilary Duff & Matthew Koma: Townes Meadow Bair

Singer and actress Hilary Duff, along with husband Matthew Koma, announced the birth of their third child, Townes Meadow, in May. Duff described the early days with her daughter as “pure magic.”

Jenna Dewan & Steve Kazee: Rhiannon Lee Kathryn Kazee

Jenna Dewan and Steve Kazee embraced a musical inspiration for their daughter’s name, Rhiannon, referencing the iconic Fleetwood Mac song. Dewan shared her joy on Instagram, calling her baby’s arrival a blessing.

Darren & Mia Criss: Brother László Criss

Actor Darren Criss and his wife Mia expanded their family with the birth of their second child, a son named Brother László. Criss’s playful Instagram post announced the arrival of their “follow-up single.”

Lea Michele & Zandy Reich: Emery Sol Reich

Glee alum Lea Michele and her husband, Zandy Reich, welcomed their second child, Emery, in August. Michele’s social media posts expressed profound love for her growing family.

Ashley Tisdale & Christopher French: Emerson Clover French

Actress Ashley Tisdale and musician Christopher French introduced their second daughter, Emerson Clover, in September. “All three of us are obsessed with you,” Tisdale wrote in her Instagram announcement.

Francesca Farago & Jesse Sullivan: Poetry Lucia & Locket Romance Sullivan

Too Hot to Handle star Francesca Farago and her fiancé, Jesse Sullivan, welcomed twin daughters in November. The unique names, Poetry and Locket, quickly captured attention, reflecting their parents’ creative spirits.

Honorable mentions

Other celebrities who chose standout names include Olivia Munn and John Mulaney (Méi June), Logan Paul and Nina Agdal (Esmé Agdal), and Colton Underwood and Jordan Brown (Bishop Colton). Each of these names reflects the individuality and sentiment of the parents’ choices.

Whether inspired by culture, music, or personal meaning, these celebrity baby names showcase creativity and a sense of individuality. Which of these names would you consider for your own little one?

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