A name defines a person and holds significance, encoding identity and meaning. In today's world, names travel across borders—some are newly invented, others resurrected from obscurity. Celebrities are no exception to this trend. Below are some of the most unconventional names chosen by famous parents for their offspring.
Actress Gwyneth Paltrow
Gwyneth Paltrow, mother of Apple
This is what wholesome eating during pregnancy can lead to! The actress chose the name Apple for her daughter, explaining that she loves the sound of the word.
Supermodel Candice Swanepoel
Candice Swanepoel with husband Herman Nicoli
Supermodel Candice Svejonpole and her husband, model Herman Nicoli, gave their son a name inspired by a loyal parrot: Aneku. That bird resides in Herman's native Brazil.
Actress and Supermodel Milla Jovovich
Milla Jovovich and her daughter
The name Ever Gabo encodes affection for her parents—mother Galina and father Bogdan. However, the first component, Ever, is a common Irish masculine name.
Supermodel Natalia Vodianova
Natalia Vodianova and her only daughter
Supermodel Natalia Vodianova's sole daughter received a unique and memorable name: Neva. If you assume it resembles the Neva River, note that the stress falls on the first syllable—that is the correct pronunciation.
Olympic Host Lipa Teterich
Lipa Teterich, host of the Olympics
It comes as no surprise that Olympic host Teterich selected plant-inspired names for her children: Melissa and Laurus. After all, her own name, Lipa (meaning linden), also belongs to the botanical world.
David and Victoria Beckham (Soccer Player and Designer)
David and Victoria Beckham with Harper Seven
The Beckhams' only daughter bears the name Harper Seven. The first name Harper pays tribute to author Harper Lee, while Seven refers to David's jersey number during his time at Manchester United.
