The 56 Best Celeb Baby Names of 2014

Sean Griffis
Dec 16, 2014

Celebrities, babies and baby names. These are a few of our favorite things. We love to scroll through a good list of baby names, but the names celebs come up with for their little ones are always way more interesting (and out there) than your average newborn. Hey little Hayden Panettiere, Kaya Evdokia. It’s always great to get baby-naming inspiration wherever you can. Below is a list of our favorite creative and clever names the famous folks of the world named their bundles of joy in 2014.

1. River Rose: Miss Independent, Kelly Clarkson, really went for a nature theme with her daughter’s name, and we are running with it. (Photo via @kellyclarkson)

2. Briar Rose: Rachel Bilson and Hayden Christensen literally gave birth to Princess Aurora. Yes, Sleeping Beauty is real.

3. Avri Roel: Robert Downey, Jr and his wife Susan announced the birth of their daughter on Facebook. The little girl’s middle name is a combo of family member’s names. Keeping it all in the family; we like it. Plus this is a great idea when you’re trying to compromise.

4. Charlotte Clinton: Charlotte is a popular name for little ladies these days (we like to think it’s because of Sex and the City). The newest Clinton is bound for greatness. (Photo via @chelseaclinton)

5. Esmeralda Amada: We’re hoping Eva Mendes and Ryan Gosling’s little emerald eventually stars in a remake of The Hunchback of Notre Dame as the gorgeous Gypsy.

6. Rose Dorothy: Pretty confident Scarlett Johansson’s daughter got her name because that’s her mom’s favorite shade of color-popping lipstick.

7. Frances Cole: The daughter of Jimmy Fallon and wife, Nancy, is also the abandoned first name of Judy Garland. Let’s hope this gal keeps it, because we think it is precious. (Photo via @fallontonight)

8. Wyatt Isabelle: The daughter of Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher was given a typically masculine name, but we think if anyone can make the name a trend for the ladies it’s the guy who made trucker hats fashionable for a hot minute (seriously, what were we thinking?).

9. Summer Rain: Christina Aguilera gave her daughter a seasonal name; we’re gonna guess the hottest season of the year is her fave.

10. Jaxon Wyatt: The name of Kristin Cavallari’s son means “son of Jack,” but her husband’s name is Jay Cutler. We’re confused too. (Photo via @kristincavallari)

11. Konrad: Scott Foley plays a brave man on Scandal, so it only make sense he would give his son a name that fits that description.

12. Isabelle Amarachi: The fixer, Kerry Washington, named her daughter the French variation of Isabel. Pour us a large glass of Bordeaux wine so we can cheers to her.

13. Frankie: We aren’t surprised at all that Drew Barrymore gave her second daughter a retro, unisex name, and we wouldn’t have it any other way. (Photo via @drewbarrymore)

14. Ford Miller: The creator of Glee, Ryan Murphy, named his son after one of America’s biggest car companies. Even if that part wasn’t intentional, we’re sure this Ford is also built tough.

15. Gabriella and Jacques: The newest royalty, Prince Albert II of Monaco’s twins, sock a pretty regal one-two punch when it comes to the name game.

16. Otis Alexander: Not only did Olivia Wilde and Jason Sudeikis give their son this name, but so did Spiderman himself, Tobey Maguire. This name is screaming to be the lead of a summer blockbuster. (Photo via @oliviawilde)

17. Zhuri Nova: LeBron James gave his daughter this Swahili name meaning “beautiful.” How much should we bet that in addition to her looks, she’ll also be a killer basketball player?

18. London Rose: A geographic name was Carson Daly’s total request for his daughter.

19. Apollo Bowie Flynn: Gwen Stefani and Gavin Rossdale’s newest son definitely doesn’t have a problem (unless he runs into some hollaback girls). (Photo via @gwenstefani)

20. Viola Philomena: Here’s hoping Megan Hilty’s daughter gets some tips on How to Get Away With Murder while belting some show tunes (figuratively, of course).

21. Bodhi Ransom: The son of Megan Fox and Brian Austin Green (hey, David Silver) must have been an awakening for the couple because that’s just what his names means.

22. Hazel: We’re hoping the daughter of Emily Blunt and John Krasinski will be just as nutty (in an adorable way) as the couple is. (Photo via @johnkrasinski)

23. Harper Marie: Fingers crossed Jenna Fischer’s daughter becomes best friends with someone named Atticus.

24. Asa Charlotte: Justin Bartha’s daughter better be preparing to get her Ph.D. if she wants to live up to the meaning of her name.

25. Titan Jewell: Kelly Rowland named her son this because she wanted a soldier, right? ;) (Photo via @kellyrowland)

26. Aman Tyler: Tyler Perry’s son will literally be a man one day. Good choice, Madea.

27. Lazer Lee Louis: Diplo must have been influenced by his electronic music project, Major Lazer, when naming his son.

28. Giovanna Marie: The pint-size Jersey Shore star, Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi, kept the Italian name strong with her newest addition. Fist bump! (Photo via @snookinic)

29. Meilani Alexandra: Snooki’s bestie, Jennifer “JWoww” Farley, also had a baby this year and also gave her a unique name. Double fist bump!

30. Alijah Mary: Clearly wanting to break from the normal spelling of Elijah, Kendra Wilkinson and Hank Baskett decided to switch it up when it came to naming their daughter.

31. Elizabella Dylan: Mixing Elizabeth and Isabella is quite charming, Alyssa Milano ;) (Photo via @milano_alyssa)

32. Stefan: Tennis player Novak Djorovic gave his son THE HOTTEST NAME IN NEW YORK (sorry, we had to).

33. Ava Grace: Stacy Keibler gave her daughter one of the most popular names for a baby, and we can’t blame her — it’s beautiful.

34. Bowie Lou: We hope the daughter of Rebecca Minkoff finds herself in a labyrinth of handbags. (Photo via @rebeccaminkoff)

35. Simcha Simi: The name given to Randi Zuckerberg’s son is quite a celebratory choice. Seriously.

36. Royal Reign: All hail the future queen of rap. At least that’s gotta be the reasoning behind the name of Lil Kim’s daughter.

37. Vale Guthrie: Savannah Guthrie must really love heading to the mountains when she isn’t on TODAY. Or she’s just a huge Colorado fan. (Photo via @savannahguthrie)

38. Finn: Keep your eyes out in about 20 years, because Owen Wilson’s son is bound to be crashing weddings.

39. Shepherd: With a name like that, Jared Padalecki is guaranteeing his son will be leading any pack he joins.

40. Future Zahir: We can see the future for Ciara and Future’s son; he’ll be topping the music charts. (Photo via @ciara)

41. Booker Jombe: This little guy, son of Thandie Newton, has got to be a natural bookworm, right?

42. Sid: We like it — a nickname as your son’s name. Here’s a pie for you Jason Biggs ;)

43. Tristan and Sasha: Here’s to hoping the new twins of Chris Hemsworth make a cameo in the next Thor or The Avengers. (Photo via @elsapatakyconfidential)

44. Sunday Molly: Now Mike Myers can spend a lazy Sunday with his daughter, Sunday.

45. Winston: Idris Elba’s son may have a future in politics if he’s anything like the UK Prime Minster with the same name.

46. Alena Rose: Kevin and Danielle Jonas gave their daughter a bright and shining name. We’re even more jealous we don’t have uncles like Nick and Joe, though. (Photo via @kevinjonas)

47. Fianna Francis: The daughter of Danny Masterson and Bijou Phillips mixed Brianna and Fiona and came up with a fairly beautiful name.

48. Lyric Sonny Roads: Soleil Moon Frye’s son is headed straight to songwriting stardom with a name like that.

49. Sienna May Ivery: Love Italy? Especially the Tuscan city? Apparently so does Ellen Pompeo, as she named her daughter after the famous city. (Photo via @ellenpompeo)

50. Amoura Luna: The elegantly romantic name of Eric Benet’s daughter makes perfect sense for the R&B singer.

51. Georgia Marie: Kenan Thompson will always have his daughter on his mind with this name.

52. Declan: This little Fall Out Boy, the son of Patrick Stump, hopefully won’t be looking to take Revenge on his dad any time soon. (Photo via @falloutboy)

53. Saint Lazslo: Another Fall Out Boy, Pete Wentz, had a son this year too. His name is pretty legendary.

54. Megaa Omari Grandberry: Omarion’s son’s name is MAJOR. Enough said. (Photo via @1omarion)

55. Charlton Valentine: Robbie Williams, the British singer, gave his son a romantic English name.

56. Ophelia: This little lady is going to be a lot of help for Dave Grohl (who knows, maybe she’ll be the new drummer).

We can’t wait to see what Blake Lively (and Ryan Reynolds), Carrie Underwood, Zoë Saldana, Nate Berkus, Shakira, Alicia Keys and other expectant celebs name their babies in 2015.

Which celebrity baby names were your favorites this year? Let us know in the comments.

Hoda Kotb Reveals She Adopted Baby #2! Find Out Her Sweet Name

Hoda Kotb is officially a mom of two! The Today co-host surprised her colleagues on Tuesday, April 16, by calling in to reveal that she and partner Joel Schiffman adopted their second daughter.

“It’s a girl! It’s a girl!” Kotb said over the phone as her Today co-workers excitedly applauded the news. “And her name is Hope.”

Kotb went on to tearfully describe the overwhelming feeling of bringing home her second daughter. “Oh my god, you guys. First of all, she’s laying on the boppy pillow right now, I’m feeding her, and I can’t believe it,” she said. “In your life, you think that maybe you’ve gotten what you deserve, but man, I’m so happy.”

Back in February 2017, Kotb revealed that she and Schiffman were the proud new parents of a newborn baby girl named Haley Joy. Now 2, Haley is enjoying being a big sister to her newborn sibling. “She was trying to feed her her raspberries and I was like, ‘Not yet, babe,'” Kotb joked, adding that the toddler was marching around and proudly calling herself a big sister.

The Today co-anchor previously dropped what we now know was a hint about the little one’s arrival, posting an image to Instagram that said simply, “Choose Hope,” on Monday, April 15.

Hope’s middle name is significant, too. “We named her middle name Catherine after my best friend Karen[‘s] daughter,” Kotb said through more tears. “Her husband passed a little while ago and Catherine is so super strong and it just so happens she was here this weekend with Karen and I was like, ‘You know what? There are no accidents in life. Everything is supposed to happen in this moment the way it’s happened.’ So anyway, Hope Catherine Kotb.”

Congrats to the growing family!

RELATED: 13 Celebrity Couples Expecting Babies in 2019

(Photo via Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

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This Major Actor Just Confirmed They're Starring In The 'Harry Potter' TV Show

He’s back! Dumbledore is back! Okay, maybe that’s not exactly the same as Daniel Radcliffe’s iconic line from Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (he is warning the wizarding world about Voldemort, after all), but the sentiment still rings true because John Lithgow just confirmed he’ll be starring as the Hogwarts headmaster in Max’s new Harry Potter TV show.

Here’s everything we know about if John Lithgow's joining the Harry Potter TV show cast.


John Lithgow was "surprised" by 'Harry Potter' role.

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While promoting his new movie The Rule of Jenny Penn, John Lithgow told ScreenRant that he's going to be playing the role of Albus Dumbledore in the Harry Potter TV show.

"It came as a total surprise to me. I just got the phone call up at the Sundance Film Festival for yet another film, and it was not an easy decision because it's going to define me for the last chapter of my life, I'm afraid," the actor said. "But I'm very excited. Some wonderful people are turning their attention back to Harry Potter. That's why it's been such a hard decision. I'll be about 87 years old at the wrap party, but I've said yes."

Now HBO hasn't officially announced the news yet, and added that while they "appreciate that such a high-profile series will draw a lot of rumor and speculation," they'll "only confirm details as we finalize deals."

One detail we do know? The show should start filming this summer at Warner Bros. Studios Leavesden, so we might see some very familiar sets!

Ben Barnes and Andrew Garfield are two very popular fancasts (as Sirius Black and Remus Lupin, respectively) — and they’ve both actually talked about the roles! Andrew told BBC that he "will consider any role offered, how's that?" when asked about a potential role in the reboot, while Ben told Us Weekly in February 2025 that “You wouldn’t believe the amount of Harry Potter books I’ve signed or Gryffindor scarves I’ve been given as gifts,” adding “the amount of fan fiction that I’ve been drafted into very enthusiastically is incredible.”

“It’s been going on for 20 years that people have been very kindly saying that they would’ve liked me to have played a young version of the Sirius Black character in Harry Potter, but now it’s been going on so long that I’m now the age of the actual character in the books,” he joked.

Stay tuned for the latest updates on the Harry Potter TV show cast.

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Sorry, These 6 "Outdated" Jewelry Trends Need To Go In 2025

Jewelry is truly the cherry on top of a good outfit — so you definitely don't wanna top everything off with an outdated trend you pulled from the bottom of your jewelry box. And while some jewelry will always be timeless, there are plenty of pieces that are way past their prime. Whether too gaudy, too much of a flash trend, or some combination of the two, these are the six outdated jewelry trends you should totally retire in 2025.

Ditch these six outdated jewelry trends for good this year!

1. Beaded Jewelry

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Universal Thread Seed Bead Necklace Set

Once upon a time beaded jewelry was a popular status symbol among the "it girls" in middle or high school. It was a nostalgic trend that's come been recycled over the years, but it's finally time to put it rest. Why?

It's time to wear jewelry that doesn't feel so juvenile.

2. Excessive Charm Braclets

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Sometimes we fondly remember the days we used to wear chunky charm bracelets that featured our initials, hearts, stars, seashells, and more. You usually could hear us before you saw us because our favorite accessories made a lot of clinking noises. Maybe we're traumatized by how loud our bracelets each time we moved our arm during tests, but we're finally over wearing excess charms. That's not to say this style is 100% "outdated" though!

We're all in favor of this trend, but we'd rather see you choose 1-3 meaningful charms instead of squeezing 10+ on a chain link.

3. Cuban Link Bracelets

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Jewelry trends are supposed to be fun and cute, but this one is giving us "Mob wife" energy...you know, the trend from 2023? We know it's been a popular style that some people gravitate towards, but we prefer to see you wearing bracelets that indicate you're in your "soft girl era."

4. Chunky Gold Earrings

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The quickest way to age yourself is by making makeup mistakeswhile wearing the heaviest chunky gold earrings you own. Unless your goal is to walk around like you're auditioning to be an extra in a spoof of an '80s or '90s comedy, don't ever pair the two together.

As a matter of fact, give your ears a break from the heaviness of this trend.

5. Thin Rings

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Thin rings seem like they're perfect for the set of Severance, but how practical are they in real life? We're afraid you'll spend your hard earned money on a cute ring set only to lose one or two of them while doing your daily activities.

Then again, we're a little biased because chunkier rings are taking center stage for their ability to infuse personality in your everyday casual outfits.

6. Seashells

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Shell necklaces remind us of that one tongue twister that we just couldn't ever get right: "She sells seashells by the seashore."

For obvious reasons, this jewelry trend gets a hard NO from us — it's gaudy and doesn't really complement many personal styles. Even if you swear it does, we'd rather see you wear a pair of shell earrings instead of a statement necklace like this.

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10 Discontinued Chili’s Items We’ll Never Forgive Them For Taking Off Menus

Chili’s has come a long way from its roots, and in recent years, they’ve been known to change their menu on a pretty regular basis – knocking off beloved menu item after menu item along the way.

I’m undoubtedly one of many loyal Chili’s customers that crave the return of certain long-lost dishes, and I still think about (to be honest, mourn) the Buffalo Chicken Salad every time I go there. RIP.

If you still dream about discontinued Chili’s menu items, this list is going to send you right down memory lane and revisit the meals we all wish would make a comeback.

Scroll on for 10 discontinued Chili’s menu items you can no longer order (but still really want back)!

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1. Original Chicken Crispers

The Original Chicken Crispers were a total fan-favorite at Chili’s for years before being discontinued. They were my go-to when I went there as a kid. They came with a side of corn and friends. And that honey mustard dipping sauce? Elite.

Unlike the updated version that Chili’s offers now, the Original Chicken Crispers had a way better batter: it was thicker, softer, and more tempura-like. The newer Chicken Crispers that replaced them have a crunchier, more conventional breading, similar to chains like Raising Cane’s or Popeyes.

One Chili’s fan missing the OG Crispers on Reddit said: “I know it’s easier to keep things streamlined especially in a busy restaurant kitchen, but do they understand how awesome these were?!?!!”

There's even a petition online begging the chain to bring 'em back.

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2. Buffalo Chicken Salad

The now-discontinued Buffalo Chicken Salad from Chili’s was like eating saucy chicken wings in salad form. Not entirely healthy, it still had some good veggies included. The dish featured crispy (or grilled) buffalo chicken strips on top of a bed of fresh greens, tomatoes, crispy tortilla strips, bleu cheese crumbles, and ranch dressing.

Chili’s still has some salads on their menu – like the Quesadilla Explosion Salad and the Santa Fe Salad – but neither are quite as satisfying as the Buffalo Chicken Salad.

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3. Philly Cheesesteak

Some of the best menu items at Chili’s are sandwiches (in my opinion), which is why fans were devastated when the chain took the Philly Cheesesteak away. It had some thinly-sliced steak, grilled onions, peppers, and melted cheese, all piled on top of a toasted hoagie roll. A classic!

It was so hearty and tasty, but most of Chili’s current sammie offerings are focused around chicken only. Womp womp.

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4. Shanghai Wings

Known as quite the legendary appetizer, Chili’s Shanghai Wings are now nowhere to be found. These wings were lightly fried and coated in a sweet and tangy Asian-inspired sauce. They were also topped with a bout of crunchy rice noodles that made every bite heavenly.

Of colors, you can still order wings as an appetizer at Chili’s, and there are plenty of flavors to pick from like Honey Chipotle, Nashville Hot, and Sweet Chili Zing, which is slightly similar to the Shanghai Wings flavoring – but it’ll never beat the OG!

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5. Awesome Blossom

The Awesome Blossom was essentially Chili’s version of the Bloomin’ Onion from Outback Steakhouse – a massive, hand-battered, deep-fried onion cut to resemble a “blooming” flower. It also came with an addictive dipping sauce.

It was a cult-fave for years but Chili’s sadly discontinued it due to health concerns… it allegedly had over 2,700 calories.

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6. Nacho Burger

Combining everything diners love about nachos with a classic handheld burger, Chili’s Nacho Burger boasted heaps of queso-style cheese, guac, pico de gallo, jalapeños, and crunchy tortilla strips. It disappeared from menus, though, and fans have been mourning its loss ever since.

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7. Tacos

Chili’s has featured a ton of different taco recipes on their menu over the years, but you can no longer order ‘em – fajitas are the closest thing you can find.

From Crispy Chicken Tacos and Shrimp Tacos to Pork Carnitas Tacos and Buffalo Chicken Tacos, these handheld delights shaped the Chili’s I had come to know (and love) as a kiddo.

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8. Chipotle Bleu Cheese Bacon Burger

I love nothing more than bleu cheese on a burger, which is why I was pained to learn that the Chipotle Bleu Cheese Bacon Burger was taken off Chili’s menus. It truly had a rich flavor, thanks to the cheese, bacon, and the smoky chipotle sauce it was smothered in.

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9. Grilled Cheese

Featured primarily on the kids’ menu, the Chili’s Grilled Cheese had become a total staple for young ones and adults alike. It boasted some buttered-up and toasted bread that was loaded with gooey, melted cheese. It doesn't get better than that, right?!

One Chili’s fan wrote on Reddit that: “my kid only liked the grilled cheese and we’d go every other week, then they dropped it.”

Another enthused diner said: “IT WAS SO GOOD TO THE POINT I COULD DIE EATING IT! I was so disappointed to find out they dropped it and didn’t say a word about it.”

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10. Flatbreads

Ah, the good old days when you could order flatbreads at Chilis. They had three famous kinds on their menu: the Margherita Flatbread, Chipotle Chicken Flatbread, and California Grilled Chicken Flatbread. Sadly, they were all discontinued, and there’s nothing quite like them on the menu anymore.

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