(And for moms and dads who aren’t sure they want to commit, don’t forget that you can always use Coco as a nickname.) 22. Parents, including celebs like Courteney Cox and David Arquette, often opt to spell Coco without the “a” at the end, but the name sounds the same any way you spell it. The first name of our former POTUS-a name he inherited from his Kenyan father-is also a Hungarian brandy made from apricots. Currently, it’s ranked #6, which is pretty dang high! And it’ll likely only continue to gain popularity thanks to Princess Charlotte. Yep, the über-popular name Charlotte is actually a dessert involving ladyfingers. Not exactly mainstream yet, the name Basil, which means “royal and brave,” has been cropping up recently. Sitting at #431 is Basil, which, as we all know, tastes delicious on all the things, including pastas, salads, and pizzas. DijonĪ sweet and spicy name, Dijon is the capital city in the Burgundy region of France, which is famous for its wine and, yep, mustard. If you’re not intimidated by the idea of giving your baby the same name as a Spice Girl, Ginger is an adorable name for any child. This spice-inspired name is short and sweet, and it will certainly keep you inspired in the kitchen. Ranked #606, Brie can also be spelled “Bree” or the fancied-up “Brielle.”Ī post shared by Brie Larson A famous block of Brie. Brieīrie is the name of a cheese-producing region in France. Recently, the name was ranked #497 on Nameberry.Īn underrated herb that packs a punch, Sage ranked #438 on Nameberry. Incredibly pretty and ethereal-sounding, Ambrosia, which means “food of the gods,” is surprisingly popular. This cute and quirky name means “from a coal town,” but most importantly, it’s a semihard cow’s milk cheese. It’s perfect for that little touch of sweetness.Ĭurrently, Maple sits at #801, but given that Jason Bateman named his second daughter after the tree in 2012, Nameberry predicts the name will continue to rise the ranks in the coming years. If you’re not ready to fully commit to the food name with Honey, then go with this one! “Melina” actually means “little honey” in Greek. This sweet name may have been made famous by Honey Wilkes, Ashley Wilkes’s sister in Gone With the Wind, but Susan Sarandon brought it back to life when she revealed that her granddaughter calls her Honey instead of Grandma. It’s short and dignified, and it will always remind you of your favorite snack: Teddy Grahams. This super-popular name most recently ranked #180 in the U.S. Okay, not technically a food but it’s a tangentially related technique! This French name means “youthful” or “sky father” and looks so elegant written on the page. But I’m really in it for the matching outfits à la Kris Jenner and Penelope Disick.Ī post shared by Kourtney Kardashian Barker ❤️‍🔥 6. According to, around 25 babies are named Lemon every year. meeting, but what if I told you that you actually could without getting weird looks? Java is the perfect ode to your favorite beveragino. I know you’ve joked about naming your firstborn Coffee during an 8 a.m. Whether you’re a fan of the British socialite Poppy Delevingne or you really like poppyseed bagels, this choice is aggressively cute. Bonus points if you dress them in purple. This fruity name just oozes chicness in a way that other food-inspired names don’t. It’s usually short for Ryder, but Rye is cute enough to stand on its own. Looking for more baby name inspo? Subscribe to Cosmo Unlocked for all the popular, unique, and downright adorable names for your wee one.Ī cute gender-neutral name for bread lovers everywhere. But Brie? Now that’s adorable as f*ck and the star of every charcuterie board.īelow, find 57 of the best baby names inspired by food that aren’t weird (no one’s gonna name their kid Broccoli). No, I’m not telling you to name your child Parmigiano.

So why not give them a name inspired by something you actually know and love? Like cheese.

I mean, it’s hard picking out a name for a tiny person you haven’t even met yet. I mean, we’re still talking about it now! And it’s actually hella cute.īut you don’t have to be a celebrity of Gwyneth caliber to give your baby a name inspired by your favorite fruit, herb, or five-course meal! In fact, names inspired by food are probably more common than you think. While The Post roasted the now “consciously uncoupled” couple’s choice, the name was the talk of the town for…ever, really. Question: Where were you when you found out Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin named their eldest child Apple? FWIW, I was in a corner deli with my dad on a Sunday morning and read it on the cover of the New York Post.

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