A$AP Rocky and Rihanna are gearing up for the arrival of their third child, and fans are already buzzing about the couple’s ongoing tradition of giving their children names that begin with the letter “R.” During an appearance on Late Night with Seth Meyers, Rocky sat down with fashion icon Anna Wintour and was asked whether they plan to continue this naming streak for their next baby. Without hesitation, the rapper confirmed: “For sure.”
This answer hints that their third child will likely follow the same pattern as their first two children—Riot and RZA—names that both honor the ‘R’ theme. However, there’s a playful twist to the story. Rocky’s attorney, Joe Tacopina, who famously secured his acquittal in a high-profile shooting case, has been campaigning for the name A$AP Joe. Tacopina jokingly told the couple, “They grabbed me and they said, ‘Listen, our next baby is A$AP Joe.’” The lawyer has since quipped that he plans to hold the couple to this promise, adding a lighthearted twist to the baby name speculation.
Rihanna’s Pregnancy Debut at the Met Gala
On May 5, Rihanna made a stunning, quiet announcement about her growing family while attending the Met Gala. Sporting a breathtaking outfit that subtly highlighted her pregnancy, she made a late entrance, cradling her baby bump with grace and confidence as cameras snapped away. The fashion icon’s calm demeanor only added to the anticipation surrounding her third pregnancy.
Meanwhile, A$AP Rocky, who served as the evening’s co-chair, took a moment to speak about their growing family. “It is time to just show the people what we were cooking up,” he said, beaming with pride. “I’m glad everybody’s happy for us because we’re definitely happy.” This announcement brought an outpouring of excitement, with fans celebrating the couple’s expanding family.
Rihanna’s Adoration for Rocky as a Father
The excitement surrounding baby number three has also been fueled by Rihanna’s heartfelt words about A$AP Rocky’s role as a father. In an interview with Access Hollywood, she shared just how much his fatherly qualities have impacted her. “I love him differently as a dad. This is major, major like—it’s a turn-on,” Rihanna said, clearly moved by Rocky’s patience, leadership, and deep love for their children. “What a leader, what a great, patient, loving [dad],” she continued, emphasizing how Rocky’s presence at the center of their children’s world has brought them even closer as a family. Rihanna humbly noted her own role as the “quiet anchor” in the background, letting her partner shine as the loving father.
Looking Ahead: The Next ‘R’ Name and Family Legacy
With the upcoming arrival of their third child, the ‘R’ name tradition will continue to define the growing family’s legacy. Whether the next baby will carry an iconic name starting with “R” or if Tacopina’s playful request of A$AP Joe becomes a reality, one thing is clear: Rihanna and A$AP Rocky are about to embark on yet another exciting chapter in their journey as parents.
