Rocker and Rapper Baby Names
- Future
Origin:
English word nameMeaning:
"that is to be"Description:
A forward-looking word name.
- Kaydnz
Origin:
Variation of CadenceMeaning:
"rhythm, beat"Description:
Creative spelling of Cadence notably used by T-Pain for his son in 2009.
- Speck
Origin:
English word name, German surnameMeaning:
"speck; one from Speck, bacon, butcher"Description:
Not only did rocker John Mellencamp name his son Speck, but he appended the middle name Wildhorse to it.
- Rebop
Origin:
Word nameDescription:
Chosen by one musician, Todd Rundgren, for his son, but unlikely to be emulated by others.
- O'shea
Origin:
IrishMeaning:
"hawklike, stately"Description:
One of the jauntiest o' the O' names, the birth name of actor/ rapper Ice Cube.
- Rihmeek
Description:
The middle name of rapper Meek Mill, born Robert Rihmeek Williams. Also the name he gave to his second-born son.
- Frankito
Origin:
Diminutive of FrankMeaning:
"free man"Description:
Frank is cool again. Frankie is cute. But frankly, Frankito is a couple of diminutives too many.
- Domani
Description:
Domani is a masculine name with Italian origins, literally meaning 'tomorrow' in Italian. This evocative name carries implications of hope, future potential, and new beginnings. While uncommon in English-speaking countries, it has seen some usage in Italy and among Italian-American families. Domani has a melodic, three-syllable rhythm that flows easily in multiple languages. As a word name with a clear and positive meaning, it represents optimism and possibility. Parents might choose Domani for its uniqueness and symbolic significance, particularly if they want to emphasize themes of future promise or have connections to Italian heritage. Its modern feel combined with authentic linguistic roots gives it both novelty and substance.
- Ikhyd
Description:
Notably used by rapper M.I.A. for her son in 2009.
- Kulture
Origin:
English word nameMeaning:
"the customs, arts, social institutions, and achievements of a particular nation, people, or other social group"Description:
Rappers Cardi B and Offset gave the truly unique word name Kulture to their daughter in 2018. Its message is more inclusive and artistic than such elevated celebrity baby names as Saint, Reign, and Sir. Kulture may refer to a creative culture or a social culture. The baby's middle name is Kiari, which is dad Offset's birth name.
Kulture is one of the most unique celebrity baby names of recent years.
- Tenzan
Origin:
Variation of Tenzin, TibetanMeaning:
"protector of Dharma"Description:
Tenzan is a variation of Tenzin, a name with special significance for Buddhists, being the first name of the Dalai Lama.
- Murad
Origin:
ArabicMeaning:
"wish"Description:
Arabic name with ties to ancient royalty. Rapper Meek Mill gave this name to his oldest son.
- Heiress
Origin:
Word NameDescription:
In this era of Royalty, Reign, and Sir, why not Heiress? It is the name given by Clifford "T.I." And Tameka "Tiny" Harris to their daughter in 2016.
- Phynley
Origin:
Variation of FinleyMeaning:
"fair-haired hero"Description:
Makes hot name Finley kind of Phyllis-like -- which is not a good thing.
- God'iss
Origin:
Modern invented nameDescription:
God'iss Love is the full name of the daughter of R & B singer Lil' Mo, who decided to move beyond Trinity and Genesis and turn her child's name into a statement. Her sister is called Heaven.
- Alzea
Origin:
Modern invented nameDescription:
Though rapper Chingy's (real name: Howard) Alzea is a boy, this name seems more appropriate for girls.