Recently, influencers have gone to extreme measures to make their babies distinct on platforms like Instagram.
Instead of usual names, they are opting for strange monikers, all to establish their babies' brand identity right from the start.
Influencers use regular words as baby names to ‘stand out’ on Instagram
The influence of social media has led to a surge in influencers actively sharing their unconventional baby-naming experience.
Expectant mothers openly discuss the names they consider but eventually decide against them for their children.
Some examples of these peculiar names include Heart, Afternoon, Stone, Lovely, and Lyrics.
However, the choices made by these influencers have faced criticism from viewers who perceive using ordinary words as baby names to be absurd or even a form of satire.
Experts who specialize in naming babies argue that these influencers are striving to create a personal brand for their children right from birth.
By giving them standout names, they hope to establish a sense of individuality and uniqueness, potentially aligning with their careers in the future.
While such unusual names were once limited to A-list celebrity babies, they are now becoming increasingly popular among influencers and content creators.
Unusual and sometimes ridiculous names, once exclusive to celebrity babies like Gwyneth Paltrow’s daughter Apple or Kim Kardashian’s children, Saint, North, Psalm, and Chicago are now being given to infants beyond the realm of fame and social media influencers.
The rise of unusual baby names can be attributed, in part, to the significant role of social media platforms.
The internet exposes people to a wide range of names from various using names that have already gained popularity.
Many people believe that all unique names have already been chosen because influencers have connected extensively online.
“A reason we see certain names becoming popular in very niche communities is social media. Before the internet, you were surrounded by the names in your local community, but now we’re surrounded by everyone, everywhere, all at once,” Emily Kim, 33, said.
Despite the trend of influencer-inspired baby names, it is unlikely that classrooms will be filled with children named Afternoon of Whimsy.
In fact, traditional names like Samantha or Ashley may even be perceived as outdated by the upcoming generation, known as Gen Alpha.
However, there is a growing backlash against trendy names, as people strive to be different but inadvertently end up following a new trend of seeking uniqueness.
Expects' advice on selecting babies' names.
When it comes to selecting a name for their child, experts advise parents to focus on names they genuinely love and that resonate with their child's identity.
They emphasize the importance of stepping away from the noise of social media and considering the long-term impact of the chosen name.
Eventually, the goal should be to give the child a name that reflects their individuality and will accompany them throughout their life.
