Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds, one of Hollywood’s beloved couples, have four children whose names and stories behind them are both fascinating and heartwarming. Here’s everything we know about their kids’ names so far.
1. **James Reynolds (Born December 2014)**
The couple’s first child, a daughter named James, was born in December 2014. They named her in honor of Ryan Reynolds’ father, James Reynolds, who passed away in October 2015. Reynolds shared the sentiment behind the name, saying it felt “right” to honor his father in this way. James’ name gained a special pop culture connection when Taylor Swift used it in her song “Betty” from her 2020 album *Folklore*.
2. **Inez Reynolds (Born September 2016)**
Their second daughter, Inez, was born in September 2016. There was initial confusion regarding the spelling of her name, which Lively clarified, stating it is spelled with a ‘z’ rather than an ‘s’. Inez is of Portuguese origin and means “pure” or “chaste”. Her name, along with her sister James’, was also mentioned in Taylor Swift’s song “Betty,” highlighting the close friendship between Swift and the Reynolds-Lively family.
3. **Betty Reynolds (Born October 2019)**
Their third daughter, Betty, was born in October 2019. Her name was revealed to the public through Taylor Swift’s song “Betty,” in which all three of the Reynolds-Lively children’s names are featured. The revelation was a unique and affectionate nod to their close relationship with Swift, who had previously included James’ voice in her song “Gorgeous” when she was just 2 years old.
4. **Fourth Child (Born February 2023)**
The couple welcomed their fourth child in February 2023, but have kept details about the baby, including the name and gender, private. While fans eagerly await the reveal, some speculate based on hints dropped by Taylor Swift in her songs. Reynolds humorously hinted that they might again wait for Swift to reveal the name, jokingly stating, “We always wait for Taylor to tell us what the child’s name will be.”
Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds have masterfully balanced their public lives with their desire to keep their family life private. Their dedication to being present and self-aware parents reflects in the care and love they put into every aspect of raising their children, including the thoughtful names they’ve chosen.