A couple sparked public outrage after revealing their newborn son\u2019s name \u2014 one that is illegal in several countries and described by critics as an \u201cabomination.\u201d While many governments regulate baby names, few have caused as much backlash as this one.<\/p>\n
On Jan. 20, 2024, Ronni Lily, 29, and her partner Brad welcomed their son in Birmingham, England. Inspired by the Netflix series Lucifer<\/em>, they chose a bold and distinctive name they instantly loved.<\/p>\n Although legal in the U.K., the name drew swift criticism online and from family members, with some calling it \u201ccruel,\u201d \u201cillegal,\u201d or even \u201cdevilish.\u201d One relative refused to use the child\u2019s full name, while Ronni\u2019s father praised it as strong and unique.<\/p>\n Online commenters warned the child would face bullying or struggle in life, claims Ronni firmly rejected. She said bullies will always find a reason and that she raises her children to be confident. She also noted her son has a more traditional middle name, Ashley, if he ever prefers it.<\/p>\n Despite the backlash, many parents and midwives privately expressed support, saying they admired the courage to choose such an unusual name. Ronni emphasized that the name\u2019s original Latin meaning \u2014 \u201clight-bearer\u201d or \u201cmorning star\u201d \u2014 is often ignored.<\/p>\n Though banned or restricted in countries like New Zealand, Germany, and Iceland, registering the name in the U.K. was straightforward. Ronni says she has no regrets and stands by her decision, adding that she and her partner are not religious.<\/p>\n \u201cHe is Lucifer, the legend,\u201d she said. \u201cThere is nothing negative about his name.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" A couple sparked public outrage after revealing their newborn son\u2019s name \u2014 one that is illegal in several countries and described by critics as an \u201cabomination.\u201d While many governments regulate baby names, few have caused as much backlash as this one. On Jan. 20, 2024, Ronni Lily, 29, and her partner Brad welcomed their son…<\/p>\n