Exchanging playlists is passe.
Musician-inspired baby names have emerged as a trend among parents, data shows (viaHuffPost).
Ain’t that sweet?
What a legacy for your child to emulate!
Bob Dylan
The centrality of Bob Dylan to the very purpose of music cannot be overstated.
Dylan is, in essence, the living sound and symbol of revolution.
He’s no false prophet; that’s for sure!
This one’s a titanic legacy to take on don’t think twice about naming your child Dylan!
Janis Joplin
Few musicians could rival Janis Joplin’s talent and spunk.
She believed, “Playing is just about feeling.
Her Disney show of the same name made her a teen icon at only 13 (perPeople).
Naturally, “Miley” has emerged as a popular name in the United States since the new millennium.
A perfect title for your happy, smiley baby!
PerRekhta, “dhani” also alludes to a light green hue.
A beautifully layered name to bless your baby with!
Jimi Hendrix
Jimi Hendrix strummed magic with his fingers.
According toNameberry, the name “Bowie” is of Scottish origin and means “blond.”
Aretha Franklin
No musician’s light is as brilliant and untouchable as Aretha Franklin’s.
Bob Marley
Music without Marley is like life without meaning.
As best put byThe New Yorker, “He became a way of seeing the world.”
Though its historic use relates it to an Anglo-Saxon surname (viaOh Baby!
As attested to onher website, Aaliyah’s life and career personified the heavenly qualities her name bore.
Think midriff-baring tops and baggy cargos!
Side note: Drake even has tattoos of her on his body!
With the powerful mezzo-soprano voice that she possessed, success for her was only natural.
John Lennon
The name “Lennon” hardly needs an introduction.
What a gigantic legacy to take after!
The song has endured decades as an anthem for female rebellion and equality whether you’re 15 or 50.
Adele
Tectonic plates probably shift every timeAdelehits those high notes.
Today though, a mention of the name “Adele” summons but one face.
Song after song by Adele has been a record-breaker, and for good reason!
For she believes: “You’re only as good as your next record” (viaTime).
Such conviction, such inspiration!
