Most parents know the joy of choosing a baby name, but it can also bring big reactions. When Rihanna welcomed her baby girl, fans around the world rushed online to celebrate. But the excitement quickly turned to debate once her daughter’s name was revealed.
Rihanna and her partner, A$AP Rocky, have always chosen bold names for their children. Their two sons, RZA and Riot, sparked plenty of discussion when they were born. So when fans heard their daughter’s name, many expected something unique—just not this unique.
The turning point came when Rihanna announced the baby’s full name on Instagram: Rocki Irish Mayers. She shared a sweet photo holding her newborn, dressed gently in pink. But within minutes, comments poured in, calling the name everything from “cute” to “cruel.”
On Reddit, reactions grew even sharper. Some fans complained the name was too unusual, saying only celebrity kids can carry names like this. Others worried the little girl might face teasing as she grows older. Still, a few defended the choice, saying Rihanna has every right to follow her own style.
Rihanna’s journey to this moment hasn’t been easy. She shared her pregnancy proudly on red carpets around the world, even while grieving the loss of her father earlier this year. Through it all, she held onto her family tradition of giving each child an “R” name.
Love it or hate it, Rocki Irish fits the bold, creative world Rihanna has always embraced. And in the end, the name that matters most is the one chosen with love.
