Congratulations are in order for Sofia Richie Grainge and her husband Elliot Grainge! The couple welcomed their first child, a baby girl, on May 20th. And they bestowed upon her the most darling name – Eloise Samantha Grainge.
Just let that roll off your tongue – Eloise Samantha. It has such a lovely, vintage feel yet still sounds fresh and modern. The name Eloise means “healthy” or “whole,” while Samantha translates to “listener” or “God has heard.” What a beautifully meaningful combination for their little bundle of joy.
The Rising Popularity of Eloise
You may have noticed the name Eloise popping up more and more lately. That’s because it has been steadily climbing the baby name charts since way back in 2005. Back then, Eloise ranked a distant 1,984th in popularity. But fast forward to today, and it has soared all the way up to the 322nd most popular girl’s name! Quite the impressive jump in just under two decades.
This upward trend isn’t surprising when you consider Eloise’s timeless charm. The name was actually most popular way back in the 1920s – can you picture stylish flappers alongside adorable baby Eloises? Sofia and Elliot’s name choice perfectly captures that vintage glamour while keeping it current.
Following in Celeb Footsteps
The new parents are in good company when it comes to unique baby name selections. Just look at some recent celebrated bundles like Luna (Chrissy Teigen and John Legend) or the unexpected James (Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds’ daughter). Celebrities seem to have a knack for picking heartwarming yet distinctive names.
More Than Just Letters
Of course, a name is so much more than just the letters it contains. It’s the first gift we bestow upon our children – a piece of their identity that they’ll carry forever. With Eloise Samantha, Sofia and Elliot have chosen a name that evokes grace, kindness and inner strength. What a beautiful start for their little girl.
From all of us, we wish the absolute best to the glowing new family of three. Congratulations again on your precious arrival, baby Eloise! May your lives be filled with immense love, joy and countless cuddles.