Rihanna Welcomes Baby No. 3 with A$AP Rocky – First Photo and Name Revealed

The billionaire has quietly welcomed her third child with longtime partner A$AP Rocky. But it's the name reveal that's got everyone talking.

Rihanna stunned fans with an Instagram announcement revealing the arrival of her newborn and sparking a wave of excitement online. Overjoyed followers gushed about the baby's beauty, adored the unique name, and pointed out the striking resemblance to the mom of three.

Rihanna's Emotional Instagram Reveal

The global pop icon, 37, posted a heart-melting photo of her cradling her third-born, a baby girl. She accompanied it with a symbolic shot of tiny pink boxing gloves, a subtle nod to the fierce little fighter she's brought into the world.

In the first photo, Rihanna was spotted accessorizing with a watch, a ring, and a standout necklace featuring a bold "R" pendant. The eye-catching piece is the Splendente Letter Pendant, crafted in yellow gold by Renato Cipullo, a New York–based jeweler originally from Naples.

Priced at $7,950, the design carries Cipullo's signature blend of Italian heritage and the vibrant spirit of 1970s New York. The retro-style lettering was initially created for his aunt and later evolved into a full collection within the brand.

Despite the glamour, what caught most people's attention in Rihanna's post was her newborn's name. Rather than "Rocky" like her dad's stage name, the couple opted for the stylized and softer "Rocki." Rocki Irish Mayers was born on 13 September, the singer confirmed in the caption.

Fans Explode With Joy

Excited fans took to the comment section to react to the good news. One fan couldn't hold back their excitement, writing, "Welcome baby Rocki!" Another shared their joy for the new mom, saying, "She finally got her baby girl!" Someone else celebrated the arrival with pure delight, "Little Riri is finally here 🥰🥰💕💕💕."

A thrilled admirer declared, "Omg the Princess has arrived 😍😍." One person gushed over her taste, "Love the names she chooses ❤️." Another fan chimed in with admiration, "I seriously love that name!!! So beautiful Mumma & Bubba 💖💖."

Someone else commented on the unique name choice, "Rocki is so unsurprising 😂 and beautiful." One fan was already enchanted by the little one, saying, "She's already pretty! ❤️❤️❤️." A sweet comment followed, "Awwww, she's so beautiful, she looks just like her mama." And finally, a fan melted over the cuteness, writing, "Omg look at this little cute thing 🌸🩷💕."

A Family Tradition Of "R" Names

Rihanna and A$AP are no strangers to the spotlight when it comes to parenting, as they are already proud parents to two boys, Riot and RZA. The couple made headlines earlier this year when Rihanna unveiled her pregnancy bump in true diva fashion at the 2025 Met Gala.

Furthermore, at the "Smurfs" premiere in Los Angeles in July 2025, Rihanna, while still pregnant, had hinted at what her newborn would be called. On the blue carpet, she beamed as she shared that her sons were already delighted about welcoming a new sibling.

When asked about the baby’s name, Rihanna playfully teased that fans would have to wait to know the gender. Still, she confirmed one detail — continuing the family tradition, the name would definitely start with an "R." Now, with the arrival of baby Rocki, that hint has come full circle.

Like their sister, Rihanna and A$AP Rocky's sons also share the family's "R" tradition. The birth certificate of their second child revealed that the couple named him Riot Rose Mayers. He was born on August 1, 2023, at 7:41 a.m. at Cedars-Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles.

Riot's name marked the pair's second baby name beginning with the letter "R," a nod to a family theme tied to A$AP's legal name, Rakim Athelaston Mayers. Their firstborn, RZA Athelston Mayers, also carries the "R" legacy. His name honors the Wu-Tang Clan leader, producer, and rapper RZA (pronounced "Rizza"), whose real name is Robert Fitzgerald Diggs.

Rihanna's Journey Into Motherhood

Rihanna has been relishing motherhood ever since she welcomed her first child, RZA, in 2022. She described those early months as nothing short of legendary, saying the experience completely transformed her life.

According to her, it was as though everything she once enjoyed or desired before becoming a mom no longer held the same meaning. She reflected that she could look back at photos from her pre-motherhood days, but the connection to that version of herself felt distant and irrelevant. All that truly mattered was the new chapter she had entered.

Motherhood has since become a core part of who Rihanna is, whether stepping out with her kids at Hollywood red carpet events or gushing about them whenever she gets the chance.