Rihanna Welcomes Baby Girl Rocki Irish Mayers, Named After Dad A$AP Rocky
Rocki Irish Mayers joins Rihanna and Rocky’s growing family; the newborn’s birth closes a pregnancy timeline that included a Met Gala reveal and a June gender announcement
Rihanna has welcomed her third child, a daughter named Rocki Irish Mayers. The pop star and fashion mogul announced the arrival in a Wednesday Instagram post, saying Rocki Irish was born on Sept. 13 and that the name is an homage to her father, A$AP Rocky. In the accompanying photos, Rihanna cradles the newborn as both mother and child wear pale pink.
A second image from the post shows the newborn wearing pale pink silk boxing gloves sized for a baby.
Rihanna and Rocky are now parents to three children. They previously welcomed two sons: RZA Athelston Mayers, 3, and Riot Rose Mayers, 1. The couple had publicly revealed they were expecting a child during May’s Met Gala, dramatically confirming the journey into parenthood was ongoing. Later, during the world premiere of “Smurfs” in Brussels in June, Rocky indicated the baby would be a girl when asked by Entertainment Tonight, saying that a girl was indeed on the way.
This birth marks Rihanna’s continued expansion as a cultural force, balancing a high-profile family with a growing business and artistic portfolio. Rocki Irish Mayers will join Rihanna’s family life at a moment when the singer remains a prominent figure in music, fashion, and beauty, with fans and observers closely watching how she navigates motherhood alongside ongoing professional projects.
The arrival also underscores the couple’s long public arc—from their surprise Met Gala reveal to the couple’s evolving family dynamic. As Rihanna’s brand footprint broadens, the addition of a daughter named in homage to her father highlights the personal storytelling that has become a hallmark of their public life. The family’s public appearances and updates from Rihanna’s social channels continue to draw wide attention from both entertainment media and fans.
In a closing note, Rihanna and Rocky’s growing family continues to be a focal point for fans and media alike, reflecting a personal story that complements the couple’s public achievements in music, fashion, and entertainment. The newborn’s arrival is now a part of a larger narrative about parenthood, artistry, and the evolving rhythm of a life lived in the spotlight.
