Sia’s Unique Baby Name Choice Has Parents Talking

In recent years, celebrity baby names have taken a more traditional turn. While the early 2010s brought unconventional choices like Beyoncé’s Blue Ivy and Gwyneth Paltrow’s Apple, today’s stars are opting for classic picks—think Hailey and Justin Bieber’s Jack or Sofia Richie’s Eloise. So when reports revealed that Chandelier singer Sia quietly welcomed her third child last year, many expected a similarly timeless name. Instead, the singer flipped the script—literally.

According to records filed in her divorce from husband Dan Bernad, the couple welcomed their first child together on March 27, 2024, naming her Somersault Wonder Bernad. The name quickly sparked online conversation, with people sharing their thoughts on potential nicknames, spelling challenges, and even their own out-of-the-box baby name ideas.

Some found the name playful and artistic. “Will her nicknames be Somer? Or Salt?” one commenter mused. Others praised the choice, with one Facebook user writing, “Somersault is actually a really cool name.” A few pointed to a possible deeper meaning, referencing Sia’s early music career. “‘Somersault’ was her international breakout hit in 2004 with Zero 7, way before she started covering her face and broke through in the US,” one fan noted.

Others expressed concern about how the name might impact Sia’s child later in life. “I think they may have a hard time learning how to spell this one when second grade comes around,” one commenter remarked. Another user shared their own experience: “It’s cool to have an unusual name, but kids have to live with it, and that’s not always fun… ask me how I know,” added a commenter named Skye Weather.

The discussion also inspired Reddit users to share their own unconventional baby name ideas. Suggestions ranged from the whimsical—Cerulean Plum, Lavender Rain, Jupiter Moon—to the truly unique, including Delphinia Summer, Emerald Tenacity, and Spruce Elixir.

Whether you prefer bold, creative names or classic, timeless picks, one thing is certain—choosing a baby name is deeply personal. And for Sia, welcoming her third child is undoubtedly a joyful milestone. Over the years, she has been open about her desire to grow her family, from undergoing IVF in a previous marriage to fostering and adopting two teenage boys in 2019. Regardless of the name, the arrival of a long-awaited child is always worth celebrating.